We cannot always control our thoughts, but we can control our words, and repetitionimpresses the subconscious, and we are then master of the situation.

Friendships begin with liking or gratitude-roots that can be pulled up.

The aim of education is not the specialist but the man of vision who can humanise our life by integrating emotional demands with our new knowledge

In aconflict, being willing to change allows you to move from a point of view toa viewing point a higher, moreexpansive place, from which you can see both sides.

Words are like spears: Once they leave your lips they can never come back.

The principle of equal protection is a positive concept implying equality of treatment in equal circumstances.

The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

Concentrated power is not rendered harmless by the goodintentions of those who create it.

There ward for always listening when you'd rather be talking is wisdom.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

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

If you are standing upright, don't worry if your shadow is crooked.