The great essentials of happiness are: something to do,something to love and something to hope for.

The mostintense conflicts, if overcome, leave behind a sense of security and calmthat is not easily disturbed. It is just these intense conflicts and theirconflagration which are needed to produce valuable and lasting results.

Learning is the property of those who fear to do disagreeable things.

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

Younever really understand a person until you consider things from his point ofview.

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

Ashes fly back into the face of him who throws them.

Anempty sack cannot stand up.

Nothing astonishes men so much as common sense and plain dealing.

Allthings at first appear difficult.

The rulers must be watched, not the ruled.

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