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“How useful it would be to put a daily limit on self pity. Just a few tearful minutes, then on with the day.”

Quote by Morrie Schwartz

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Morrie Schwartz
Morrie Schwartz

Morrie Schwartz was an American writer and psychologist, best known for his book 'Tuesdays with Morrie'. He served as a professor of psychology at the University of Minnesota, where he taught for many years. more

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