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“Courage, it would seem, is nothing less than the power to overcome danger, misfortune, fear, injustice, while continuing to affirm inwardly that life with all its sorrows is good; that everything is meaningful even if in a sense beyond our understanding; and that there is always tomorrow.”

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The courage to be happy

This book explores the principles and practices for achieving happiness through positive thinking and personal growth. more

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Dorothy Thompson
Dorothy Thompson

Dorothy Thompson was a distinguished American journalist recognized for her incisive reporting and commentary on international issues. Born on July 9, 1893, and passing away on January 30, 1961, Thompson's career spanned several decades, during which she covered major events and figures of her era. more

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