The test of a first-rate intelligence is the ability to hold two opposed ideas in the mind at the same time, and still retain the ability to function. - F. Scott Fitzgerald


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If you are not criticized, you may not be doing much. -Donald Rumsfeld

Consider how hard it is to change yourself and you'll understand what little chance you have of trying to change others. -Jacob M. Braude


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“When we look back at past situations with our newly acquired awareness, we may wonder how we could have been so naïve or unintelligent. The real reason is, usually, that we were not as aware then as we are now. There is no possible way that we can be as aware at this moment as we will be in ten years.” -Thomas D. Willhite


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Reveal not every secret you have to a friend, for how can you tell but that friend may hereafter become an enemy. And bring not all mischief you are able to upon an enemy, for he may one day become your friend. -Saadi

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