That we may consult concerning others, and not others concerning us.

I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.

The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.

An imbalance between rich and poor is the oldest and most fatal ailment of all republics.

When Demosthenes was asked what was the first part of Oratory, he answered, "Action," and which was the second, he replied, "action," and which was the third, he still answered "Action.

Know how to listen, and you will profit even from those who talk badly.

The real destroyer of the liberties of the people is he who spreads among them bounties, donations and benefits.

Barba non facit philosophum

To make no mistakes is not in the power of man; but from their errors and mistakes the wise and good learn wisdom for the future.

Time is the wisest of all counselors.

No beast is more savage than man when possessed with power answerable to his rage.

They say that "A friend in need is a friend indeed" but what if you don't find one when you need one.

Do not give in to fear and lose hope. Be strong!

Opportunities are like sunrises. If you wait too long, you miss them.

Real sign of intelligence isn't knoweldge, it's imagination

Habits are like comfortable beds. They are easy to get into, but difficult to get out of.

We doin it big. Look at what I done. Look at where I'm is. It's only just begun.

Long before I wrote stories, I listened for stories.

There is the opportunity to do more and better if you're smaller and more nimble.

There are two types of speakers: those that are nervous and those that are liars.

I feel I've got 10 books in me.