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“The person who conveys, 'I am nothing. Make me something,' may all his life have people trying to answer his hidden plea, but their answer will be in terms of, 'I am trying to make you something because you are nothing,' and, thus, the insult will be embedded in the response. It will be heard just as clearly as the attempt to help. And it will be hated.”

Quote by Jo Coudert

Book:Advice from a Failure

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Advice from a Failure

This book delves into the author's personal journey of encountering and overcoming failure, providing readers with valuable lessons and perspectives on resilience and growth. more

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Jo Coudert is a renowned author whose works have gained widespread popularity. The exact birth and death years are unknown. more

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