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“The natural inclination of a child is to take pleasure in the use of the mind no less than of the body. The child's primary business is learning. It is also the primary entertainment. To retain that orientation into adulthood, so that consciousness is not a burden but a joy, is the mark of the successfully developed human being.”

Quote by Nathaniel Branden

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Nathaniel Branden
Nathaniel Branden

Nathaniel Branden was a renowned psychotherapist and author, best known for his contributions to the fields of personal growth and self-actualization. His work has had a profound impact on modern psychology, particularly in the areas of self-psychology and emotional intelligence. more

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