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“Dreams will get you nowhere, a good kick in the pants will take you a long way.”

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Baltasar Gracian

Baltasar Gracian, born on January 8, 1601 and died on December 6, 1658, was a renowned Spanish writer, philosopher, and theologian. He is known for his profound philosophical thoughts and unique literary style. more

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