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" Many of us are inspired and are eager to get things done. But once too many people are involved, life becomes complicated. We are all social beings, so we have an innate urge to incorporate everyone's thoughts. "

Sebastian Thrun

Everyone

Life

People

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Sebastian Thrun

Amazing

Optimist

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" I like to put myself in the most uncomfortable position. "

Sebastian Thrun

Position

Myself

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