Nothing astonishes people so much as common sense and plain dealing.
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Every man supposes himself not to be fully understood or appreciated.
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The whole course of things goes to teach us faith. We need only obey. There is guidance for each of us, and by lowly listening we shall hear the right word.... Place yourself in the middle of the stream of power and wisdom which flows into you as life, place yourself in the full center of that flood, then you are without effort impelled to truth, to right, and a perfect contentment.
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Do not say things. What you are stands over you the while, and thunders so that I cannot hear what you say to the contrary.
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Don't be a cynic and disconsolate preacher. Don't bewail and moan. Omit the negative propositions. Challenge us with incessant affirmatives.
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Some natures are too good to be spoiled by praise.
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