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“I asked myself what I believed. I had never prayed a lot. I hoped hard, wished hard, but I didn't pray. I had developed a certain distrust of organised religion growing up, but I felt I had the capacity to be a spiritual person, and to hold some fervent beliefs. Quite simply, I believed I had a responsibility to be a good person, and that meant fair, honest, hardworking and honorable. If I did that, if I was good to my family, true to my friends, if I gave back to my community or to some cause, if I wasn't a liar, a cheat, or a thief, then I believed that should be enough. At the end of the day, if there was indeed some Body or presence standing there to judge me, I hoped I would be judged on whether I had lived a true life, not on whether I believed in a certain book, or whether I'd been baptised.”

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Book:It's Not About The Bike: My Journey Back to Life
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It's Not About The Bike: My Journey Back to Life

In this candid memoir, Lance Armstrong shares his experiences and reflections on overcoming personal adversity, focusing on his emotional journey rather than his cycling achievements. more

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Lance Armstrong
Lance Armstrong

Lance Armstrong, born on September 18, 1971, is a renowned professional road racing cyclist. He is best known for his exceptional achievements in the professional cycling circuit, particularly his seven consecutive victories in the Tour de France. Armstrong's career was marked by challenges and controversies, and his victory over cancer also made him an inspirational figure. more

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