Soft Influence Quotes

India Conquered and dominated China culturally for 20 centuries without ever having to send a single soldier across her border.

The power of example is America’s greatest power in the world.

There is great force hidden in a gentle command.

America’s true power lies not in its will to dominate but in its ability to inspire.

Influence is best measured not only by military hardware and GDP, but also by other people's perceptions that we, the United States, are using our power legitimately. That belief - that we are acting in the interests of the global commons and in accordance with the rule of law - is what the military would call a 'force multiplier.'

The relationship between East and West needs to be and can be fixed via pop culture.

Advice is like snow - the softer it falls, the longer it dwells upon, and the deeper it sinks into the mind.

We need to change America's image round the world. America has lost some lustre in terms of how folks aspire to be like us.

Use your power gently.

I cannot think of a better way to spread the faith. No thundering from a pulpit, no condemnation from bad churches, no peer pressure, just a book of scripture quietly waiting to say hello, as gentle and powerful as a little girl's kiss on your cheek.

The way to change others' minds is with affection, and not anger.