Every village has to become a self-sufficient republic.

Themost intense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security andcalm that is not easily disturbed. It is just these intense conflicts andtheir conflagration which are needed to produce valuable and lasting results.

WheneverI hear anyone arguing for slavery, I feel a strong impulse to see it tried onhim personally.

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

The ability to speak eloquently is not to be confused with having something tosay.

Life is no brief candle- it's a splendid torch!

You'vegot to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em know, when to walk away, know when to run.

Well done is better than well said.

Usenon-verbal communication to SOFTEN the hard-line position of others: S =Smile, O = Open, Posture, F = Forward Lean, T = Touch, E = Eye Contact, N =Nod.

Alexander's last wrds: Bury my body, dont build any monument. Kip my hand outside,so dat d wrld knws,who won th wrld had noting in hand wen dyin.

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

The oldbelieve everything, the middle-aged suspect everything, the young knoweverything.