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A chicken doesn't stop scratching just because worms are scarce.
A chicken doesn't stop scratching just because worms are scarce.
Anger is one of the sinews of the Soul; he that wants it hath a maimed mind.
Anger is one of the sinews of the Soul; he that wants it hath a maimed mind.
You are at enmity with yourself.
You are at enmity with yourself.
The long term versus the short term argument is one used by losers.
The long term versus the short term argument is one used by losers.
To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.
To believe in something, and not to live it, is dishonest.
Chivalry is the most delicate form of contempt.
Chivalry is the most delicate form of contempt.
When we blame, we give away our power.
When we blame, we give away our power.
That's not a lie, it's a terminological inexactitude. Also, a tactical misrepresentation.
That's not a lie, it's a terminological inexactitude. Also, a tactical misrepresentation.
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as read more
People may flatter themselves just as much by thinking that their faults are always present to other people's minds, as if they believe that the world is always contemplating their individual charms and virtues.