It isdifficult to negotiate where neither will trust.

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

Adversityis the foundation of virtue.

If Ishould ever be captured, I want no negotiation—and if I should request anegotiation from captivity they should consider that a sign of duress.

A man sits as many risks as he runs.

Wecannot always control our thoughts, but we can control our words, andrepetition impresses the subconscious, and we are then master of thesituation.

Themost prepared are the most dedicated.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

Given afair wind, we will negotiate our way into the Common Market, head held high,not crawling in. Negotiations? Yes. Unconditional acceptance of whateverterms are offered us? No.

The hardeststep is over the threshold.

I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

If Ihad six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first hour sharpening the ax.