Never[enter] into dispute or argument with another. I never yet saw an instance ofone of two disputants convincing the other by argument. I have seen many ontheir getting warm, becoming rude and shooting one another.

Thesubconscious part in us is called the subjective mind, because it does notdecide and command. It is subject rather than a ruler. Its nature is to dowhat it is told, or what really in your heart of hearts you desire.

Every advantage has its tax

A gem is not polished without rubbing, nor is a man perfected without trials.

People whoare too concerned with how well they are doing will be less successful andfeel less competent than those who focus on the task itself... Somepsychologists call it a conflict between egoorientation, or between extrinsicand intrinsic motivation...

The more estimable the offender, the greater the torment.

Somewherethere is a map of how it can be done.

Whospreads, sows; Who listens, reaps.

Can we do good to the world? In an absolute sense, no; in a relative sense, yes.

Success is often the result of taking a mis-step in the right direction.

First-rate men employ first-rate men; second-rate men employ third-rate men.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.