William James Quotes & Sayings

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The deepest craving of human nature is the need to be appreciated.

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Fulfillment quotes Gratitude quotes

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Compared to what we ought to be, we are only half - awake. We are making use of a small part of our physical and mental resources. Stating the thing broadly, the human individual thus lives far within his limits. He possesses power of various sorts, which he habitually fails to use.

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Abuse Of Power quotes

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Seek out that particular mental attribute which makes you feel most deeply and vitally alive, along with which comes the inner voice which says, This is the real me, and when you have found that attitude, follow it.

The art of being wise is the art of knowing what to overlook.

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Self Realization quotes

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These then are my last words to you. Be not afraid of life. Believe life is worth living and your belief will help you create the fact.

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Awesome quotes Life quotes

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