An oak and a reed were arguing about their strength. When a strong wind came up, the reed avoided being uprooted by bending and leaning with the gusts of wind. But the oak stood firm and was torn up by the roots.

Facts speak plainer than words

Persuasion is often more effectual than force.

Sometimes the slow ones blame the active for the delay.

Liars often set their own traps.

Much outcry, little outcome.

Kindness effects more than severity.