Little things that matter make up human relationships. People from different cultures and times have tried to figure out how people should treat each other in everyday life. Benjamin Franklin's quote of the day, "The best thing to give to your enemy is forgiveness; to an opponent, tolerance; to a friend, your heart; to your child, a good example; to a father, deference; to your mother, conduct that will make her proud of you; to yourself, respect; to all others, charity," gives a clear and organized way to think about how people act. It sorts relationships into groups and tells you what each one needs.
People knew Benjamin Franklin not only for his work in politics and science, but also for how well he understood how to live. His writing was often about discipline, morals, and how to act in everyday life. This quote shows a simple but organized way to deal with people in different roles, like family, friends, or even people you don't agree with.
