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“Rely upon your own judgment; be true to your own conscience; follow the light that is within you; all outward lights are so many will-o'-the-wisps. There will be those who tell you that you are foolish; that your judgment is faulty; that your conscience is all awry, and that the light within you is darkness; but heed them not. If what they say is true, the sooner you, as a searcher of wisdom, find it out the better, and you can only make that discovery by bringing your powers to the test. Therefore, pursue your course bravely.”

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James Allen

James Allen, born on November 28, 1864, was a renowned writer from the United Kingdom. His works spanned across various fields such as philosophy, religion, and self-help, and were highly appreciated by readers. more

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