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The object of the superior man is truth.
The object of the superior man is truth.
Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
Pain is inevitable, suffering is optional.
Tolerance and celebration of individual differences is the fire that fuels lasting love.
Tolerance and celebration of individual differences is the fire that fuels lasting love.
No one is entitled to the truth.
No one is entitled to the truth.
When we have begun to take charge of our lives, to own ourselves, there is no longer any need to read more
When we have begun to take charge of our lives, to own ourselves, there is no longer any need to ask permission of someone.
Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write read more
Elegance of language may not be in the power of all of us; but simplicity and straight forwardness are. Write much as you would speak; speak as you think. If with your inferior, speak no coarser than usual; if with your superiors, no finer.
The surprises of thought are like those of love: they wear out. But here too you can carry on for read more
The surprises of thought are like those of love: they wear out. But here too you can carry on for a long time doing your conjugal duty.
One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture and, read more
One ought, every day at least, to hear a little song, read a good poem, see a fine picture and, if possible, speak a few reasonable words.
You create your opportunities by asking for them.
You create your opportunities by asking for them.
