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It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.

Always bear in mind that your own resolution to succeed is more important than any other.

Three things cannot be long hidden: the sun, the moon, and the truth.

Optimism is the faith that leads to achievement; nothing can be done without hope and confidence.

Waste no more time arguing about what a good person should be. Be one.

I went to the woods because I wished to live deliberately.