WE

In life, you are either going to see people as your adversaries or as your assets: If they are your adversaries, you will be continually sparring with them, trying to defend your position. If you see people as assets, you will help them see their potential, and you will become allies in making the most of each other.

The happiest day of your life will be the day you realize "we" really is the most important word in the English language.

photo: Frasers Hill, M'sia (1994)

When it comes to human relations, remember:

The least important word: I (gets the least done)
The most important word: We (gets the most done) - relationships.
The two most important words: Thank You - appreciation.
The three most important words: All is forgiven - forgiveness.
The four most important words: What is your opinion? - listening.
The five most important words: You did a good job - encouragement.
The six most important words: I want to know you better - understanding.

Our success, fulfillment, and happiness depends upon our ability to relate to people effectively.

source: J.C. Maxwell "Be a People Person", p. 23