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" Adversity causes some men to break; others to break records. "

William Arthur Ward

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" Flatter me, and I may not believe you. Criticize me, and I may not like you. Ignore me, and I may not forgive you. Encourage me, and I will not forget you. Love me and I may be forced to love you. "

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" The mediocre teacher tells. The good teacher explains. The superior teacher demonstrates. The great teacher inspires. "

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" God gave you a gift of 86,400 seconds today. Have you used one to say 'thank you?' "

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" Lose yourself in generous service and every day can be a most unusual day, a triumphant day, an abundantly rewarding day! "

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" I think women are foolish to pretend they are equal to men; they are far superior and always have been. "

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" It was pride that changed angels into devils; it is humility that makes men as angels. "

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