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“A person can't brood over one mistake, or waste time feeling sorry for himself, or take on any sort of persecution complex. Today I realize that once you have made a mistake, you must accept it, profit by it, and then totally dismiss it from your mind.”

Quote by Bart Starr

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Bart Starr
Bart Starr

Bart Starr is an American football player born on January 9, 1934. He is renowned in the sport for his exceptional passing skills and leadership, and is a legendary figure for the Green Bay Packers. more

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