Every advantage has its tax

Whenconflict becomes a win-lose contest in our minds, we immediately try to win.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Thereis nothing more likely to start disagreement among people or countries thanan agreement.

Don'tbargain for fish which are still in the water.

Oppositesattract and then can't stand each other.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Think big, believe big and act big for gaining victory over your difficulties.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

Thedeepest principle of human nature is the craving to be appreciated.

Thereis no such thing as absolute value in this world. You can only estimate whata thing is worth to 'you.'