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“Understanding that you can’t truly take credit for your successes, nor truly blame others for their failures will humble you and make you more compassionate. Empathy is intuitive, but is also something you can work on, intellectually.”

Quote by Tim Minchin

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Tim Minchin
Tim Minchin

Tim Minchin, born on October 7, 1975, is an Australian comedian, singer, and songwriter. Known for his unique sense of humor and musical talent, he has gained recognition on both the Australian and international stages, most notably for his voice acting in the movie 'The Croods'. more

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