The neurotic keeps minute track of his enemies; it is only his friends he is careless about.

Altruism is a hard master, but so is opportunism.

Creative work is one of life's greatest pleasures, and the only one we will gladly interrupt.

It's impossible to be loyal to your family, your friends, your country, and your principles, all at the same time.

There are always a few people you do a lot for, and a few who do a lot for you, but they're not the same people.

The total history of almost anyone would shock almost everyone.

Men prefer brief praise, pitched high; women are satisfied with praise in a lower key, just so it goes on and on.