There is nothing which deceives us as much as our own judgement.

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Experience is a truer guide than the words of others.

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I have been impressed with the urgency of doing. Knowing is not enough; we must apply. Being willing is not enough; we must do.

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The greatest deception men suffer is from their own opinions.

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Beauty perishes in life, but is immortal in art.

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Be a mirror, absorb everything around you and still remain the same

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He who thinks little errs much.

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I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death.

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I am not poor. Poor are those who desire many things.

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Learning is the only thing the mind never exhausts, never fears, and never regrets.

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