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"Mankind has a great aversion to intellectual labor; but even supposing knowledge to be easily attainable, more people would be content to be ignorant, than would take even a little trouble to acquire it."
"When Gandhi said "be the change you want to see in the world" that did not mean only when it's easy, or comfortable, or won't upset anyone. Values are worth shit if you're willing to ignore them because they make someone uncomfortable." - Leslie
Only two things are infinite - The Universe and Human Stupidity, and I am not sure about the former.
It is far better to grasp the Universe as it really is, than to persist in delusion; however satisfying and reassuring.
"I hate cynicism. It's my least favorite quality and it doesn't lead anywhere. Nobody in life gets exactly what they thought they were going to get. But if you work really hard and you're kind, amazing things will happen."
"No human is above another, his achievements are."
"I find your lack of Faith disturbing."
"Rules are for those who don't understand natural boundaries ... so they "follow", .... and that's a good plan, except that when someone outgrows the rules, they [get] (socially) attacked."
Courage, is when you stand up for your beliefs, being perfectly aware of the consequences.
"After a good whipping, Cream rises to the top.
"Reading of all good books is like a conversation with the best people of past centuries."
"If you treat people as they are, you make them worse.
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"You are absolutely right - it "makes me believe in a higher power every time I see the stars", too.
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"If you're going through hell... keep going."
"There are only two ways to live your Life - with or without a boot in your ass. If Life presents you with a challenge - jump on it, get it done, learn from it, and move on. "
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