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“No man can purchase his virtue too dear, for it is the only thing whose value must ever increase with the price it has cost us. Our integrity is never worth so much as when we have parted with our all to keep it.”

Book:Lacon, Or, Many Things in a Few Words: Addressed to Those who Think

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Lacon, Or, Many Things in a Few Words: Addressed to Those who Think

This work delves into the principles of conciseness, offering insights into how to convey complex ideas effectively through minimal language. Aimed at those who appreciate the value of brevity, it serves as a guide to thoughtful and impactful communication. more

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Charles Caleb Colton

Charles Caleb Colton was an English writer active from 1780 to 1832. Known for his humor and wit, he is particularly recognized for his aphorisms and satirical works. more

“I have come to the frightening conclusion that I am the decisive element. It is my personal approach that creates the climate. It is my daily mood that makes the weather....In all situations, it is my response that decides whether a crisis is escalated or de-escalated, and a person is humanized or is dehumanized.”

Persons Situation Integrity Elements Approach Crisis Climate Response Mood Weather Conclusion Frightening Humiliate

Author:Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“What is Truth? A difficult question; but I have solved it for myself by saying that it is what the "voice within" tells you. All that I can in true humility present to you is that Truth is not to be found by anybody who has not got an abundant sense of humility. If you would swim on the bosom of the ocean of Truth you must reduce yourself to zero.”

Ifs I Can Found Difficult Voice Humility Integrity Truth Is Ocean Swim Zero Bosoms True Humility Difficult Questions

Book:The Way to God: Selected Writings from Mahatma Gandhi

Source: The Way to God: Selected Writings from Mahatma Gandhi

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