Boredom is a vital problem for the moralist, since atleast half the sins of mankind are caused by the fear of it.

Silenceis foolish if we are wise, but wise if we are foolish.

Every kind of peaceful cooperation among men is primarilybased on mutual trust and only secondarily on institutions such as courts ofjustice and police.

Keepthings informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

If absolute power corrupts absolutely, does absolutepowerlessness make you pure?

You andyour spouse should consider the arguments you have, not as calamities in thehistory of your child’sdevelopment, but as opportunities for learning. Take the opportunity to teachyour children the art ofand value in negotiation, and to demonstrate you

Each time we read, a seed is sown for the future.

If your mouth turns into a knife, it will cut off yourlips.

It ishard to change our point of view in a conflict. Most often, it is because weare not nearly as interested in resolving the conflict and possibly creatinga new ‘pearl’ as we are in being right.

Make the best use of what is in your power, and take therest as it happens.

Allthings at first appear difficult.