Well done is better than well said.
To be a good loser is to learn how to win.
Know or listen to those who know.
Be gentle to all and stern with yourself.
Always desire to learn something useful.
The wise does at once what the fool does at last.
I can, therefore I am.
Wherever you are - be all there.
Do not weep do not wax indignant. Understand.
To know oneself, one should assert oneself.
Your political reputation affects how likely allies are to trust you, and what kind of deals they'll offer at the negotiating table. There's also some emotional response in there, so factions do bear grudges. Just like the real thing.