Self-criticism is an art not many are qualified to practice. ~Joyce Carol Oates
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Fear is worse than the ordeal itself. ~Yiddish Proverb
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What makes us discontented with our condition is the absurdly exaggerated idea we have of the happiness of others. ~French Proverb
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From our ancestors come our names, but from our virtues our honors. ~Proverb
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Anger with our friend, rather than constant friendship with our enemy. ~Arabic Proverb
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First the amendment of their own minds. For the removal of the impediments of the mind will sooner clear the passages of fortune than the obtaining fortune will remove the impediments of the mind. ~Francis Bacon
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It is good for us to get into the Word, but it is much better for the Word to get into us. ~David J. Stewart
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Zen is not some kind of excitement, but merely concentration on our usual everyday routine. ~Zen Proverb
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The pen is mightier than the sword. ~English Proverb
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The reputation of a thousand years may be determined by the conduct of one hour. ~Japanese Proverb
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Rough spots sharpen our performance. And more often than not, obstacles can be turned into advantages. You just can't let your disappointment get in the way. ~Harvey Mackay
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Ethanol is a premier, high performance fuel. It has tremendous environmental benefits and is a key component to energy independence for our country. ~Richard Lugar
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