If passion drives you, let reason hold the reins.
-Benjamin Franklin
In human intercourse the tragedy begins, not when there is misunderstanding about words, but when silence is not understood.
-Henry David Thoreau
I have accepted fear as part of life – specifically the fear of change... I have gone ahead despite the pounding in the heart that says: turn back.
-Erica Jong
The function of education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically…Intelligence plus character – that is the goal of true education.
Devotion to God’s Name is my lamp; In this lamp is poured the oil of suffering. The light of realisation burns away this oil…Vast loads of firewood are reduced to ashes by a tiny spark of fire.
Being deeply loved by someone gives you strength, while loving someone deeply gives you courage.
-Lao Tzu
A leader must be established in higher values, and be able to communicate her vision to the people. A leader must have impeccable character and be above reproach. She must be dedicated to the welfare of the people, not be driven by self-interest!