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“But down through the centuries, man has developed a mind that separates him from the world of reality, the world of natural laws. This mind tries too hard, wears itself out, and ends up weak and sloppy. Such a mind, even if of high intelligence, is inefficient. It drives down the street in a fast-moving car and thinks its at the store, going over a grocery list. Then it wonders why accidents occur.”

Quote by Benjamin Hoff

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Benjamin Hoff is an American author born in 1946. He is best known for his book 'The Art of Motorcycle Maintenance,' which combines philosophy, psychology, and travel stories to explore the essence of life and creative thinking. more

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