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“Our life is what our thoughts make it. A man will find that as he alters his thoughts toward things and other people, things and other people will alter towards him.”

Quote by James Allen

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James Allen
James Allen

James Allen, born on November 28, 1864, was a renowned writer from the United Kingdom. His works spanned across various fields such as philosophy, religion, and self-help, and were highly appreciated by readers. more

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