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There’s nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self

There’s nothing noble in being superior to your fellow men. True nobility is being superior to your former self. – Hemingway What does that mean? This quote is also attributed to Elijah Wood, who is a bit younger than the … Continue reading

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The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions

The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. – Confucius What does that mean? This quote reminds me to be wary of the boastful and the prideful. These people are not modest in their speech. Some … Continue reading

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