That's what set Michael apart from his brothers. Fredo wanted to do some things in order to feel important; Sonny seemed to want the power without the responsibility and saw the trees, but not he forest. Michael had an appreciation for it all. He had that depth of understanding so essential to a successful anybody in anything.

"Generosity. That was my first mistake."
"Experience must be our only guide; reason may mislead us."
"Instagram is Twitter for people who can't read."