I have never been especially impressed by the heroics of people who are convinced they are about to change the world. I am more awed by those who struggle to make one small difference after another.
Nothing is particularly hard if you divide it into small jobs.
Listen. Do not have an opinion while you listen because frankly, your opinion doesn?t hold much water outside of Your Universe. Just listen. Listen until their brain has been twisted like a dripping towel and what they have to say is all over the floor.
I often quote myself. It adds spice to my conversation.
The charity that hastens to proclaim its good deeds, ceases to be charity, and is only pride and ostentation.
Happiness lies in the joy of achievement and the thrill of creative effort.
It pays to be obvious, especially if you have a reputation for subtlety.