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Quote by Tom Chatfield

“From exam grading to health education to professional training to democratic participation, paths towards self-realization and success in the world are often daunting and obscure: journeys only the privileged feel confident setting off along.”

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Tom Chatfield

Tom Chatfield is a British author known for his works on digital culture, technology, and philosophy. His writings span a variety of subjects, from game theory to internet culture, and have gained popularity among readers. more

“I flunked my exam for university two times before I was accepted by what was considered my city's worst university, Hangzhou Teachers University. I was studying to be a high school English teacher. In my university, I was elected student chairman and later became chairman of the city's Students Federation.”

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“I was told when I went for a life-insurance exam when I was 18 that I was not likely to live past 50, so I refused to pay the premium.”

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“For everything you have missed, you have gained something else, and for everything you gain, you lose something else.”