“This is not a matter of virtue-it's a matter of my choosing to do the work of somehow altering or getting free of my natural, hard-wired default-setting, which is to be deeply and literally self-centered, and to see and interpret everything through this lens of self.”
Quote by David Foster Wallace
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This Is Water: Some Thoughts, Delivered on a Significant Occasion, about Living a Compassionate Life
An insightful and reflective piece that explores the significance of personal growth and ethical living. more
Author
David Foster Wallace
American novelist known for his unique literary style and profound insights into modern life. His works include 'Infinite Jest' and 'The Broom of the System'. more
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