Hopeful people are more easily controlled, but the volume must be managed. Too much hope leaves a person emboldened and resistant. Too little leaves them disabled and useless. But just the right amount of hope subjugates them. They cradle it like a dying ember, and they'll do anything to keep the wind from extinguishing it. They'll serve.

Control of what happens is the ultimate solution to life.

Efficient control over what is experienced is necessary to live a life that is desirable.

You have little control over the world around you, but full control over the world within you.

A master is one who can effortlessly alternate between a free mind and a controlled mind.

When the people are not enlightened enough to exercise intelligent control, you take it from them, not to command their lives, but to create a safe depository for the ultimate powers.

Controlling what you are exposed to remains positive is paramount.

There are always ways to control your environment.

It is possible to be a puppet on a string, controlled by hidden forces.