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“Every decision we make influences others, and sometimes harms them. That’s not the way of kings. That’s the way of life.”

Book:Wind and Truth

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Wind and Truth

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Brandon Sanderson

Brandon Sanderson, born in December 1975, is a renowned science fiction and fantasy writer in the United States. His works are known for their rich imagination, complex character development, and profound philosophical insights. His representative works include the 'Mistborn' trilogy and the 'The Stormlight Archive' series, among others. more

“It isn’t fair that nothing has color!” “Not fair?” The Giver looked at Jonas curiously. “Explain what you mean.” “Well . . .” Jonas had to stop and think it through. “If everything’s the same, then there aren’t any choices! I want to wake up in the morning and decide things! A blue tunic, or a red one?”

Memories Decisions Choice Fair The Giver Lois Lowry

Book:The Giver

Source: The Giver

“Never send to know for whom the bells tolls; it tolls for thee.”

Death

Book:No man is an island – A selection from the prose

Source: No man is an island – A selection from the prose

“The more you choose what's essential and intentionally support what matters, the less noise you have to manage and the more energy you have for a fulfilling life. (p.147)”

Priorities Decisions Life Choices Family Time

Book:The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn't, and Get Stuff Done

Source: The Lazy Genius Way: Embrace What Matters, Ditch What Doesn't, and Get Stuff Done