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“Do the kind of things that come from the heart, When you do, you won't be dissatisfied, you won't be envious, you won't be longing for somebody else's things. On the contrary, you'll be overhelmed with what comes back”

Quote by Morrie Schwartz

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Morrie Schwartz
Morrie Schwartz

Morrie Schwartz was an American writer and psychologist, best known for his book 'Tuesdays with Morrie'. He served as a professor of psychology at the University of Minnesota, where he taught for many years. more

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