Communicationis not only the essence of being human, but also a vital property of life.

It ishard to change our point of view in a conflict. Most often, it is because weare not nearly as interested in resolving the conflict and possibly creatinga new ‘pearl’ as we are in being right.

Livingwith integrity means: not settling for less than what you know you deserve inyour relationships. Asking for what you want and need from others. Speakingyour truth, even though it might create conflict or tension. Behaving in waysthat are in harmony

Speak when you are angry and you will make the best speech you will ever regret.

Prejudice is a disease characterised by hardening of categories.

Thetorment of human frustration, whatever its immediate cause,is the knowledge that the self is in prison, its vital force and ‘mangledmind’ leaking away in lonely, wasteful self-conflict.

Our power is in our ability to decide.

Supicion of one's own motives is especially necessary for the philanthropist and the executive.

Every age thinks its battle the most important of all.

The happiest of people don't necessarily have the best of everyting... they just make the most of everything that comes along their way...

To startblindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness, andwill lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

Poetry is the impish attempt to paint the colour of the wind.