“When the friendly jailer gave Socrates the poison cup to drink, the jailer said: "Try to bear lightly what needs must be." Socrates did. He faced death with a calmness and resignation that touched the hem of divinity.”
Quote by Dale Carnegie
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How to stop worrying & start living
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Dale Carnegie
Dale Carnegie, born on November 24, 1888, and died on November 1, 1955, was an American writer, speaker, and master of interpersonal relations, known as the 'Father of Modern Adult Education'. His works, such as 'How to Win Friends and Influence People', have had a profound impact on the personal growth and career development of countless people around the world. more
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