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“Having a good home, eating good food, wearing good clothes, are a means to living well; they are not the goals of our life. The quality of your life is decided by how peaceful and joyful you are.”

Quote by Jaggi Vasudev

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Jaggi Vasudev, born on September 3, 1957, is a renowned philanthropist from India. He is known for his contributions to personal growth and spiritual development, having founded the non-profit organization Sarvodaya, which is committed to social change and human welfare. more

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