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Before enlightenment, I used to be depressed after enlightenment, I continue to be depressed.

Anthony de Mello

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Anthony de Mello
Age: 55 †
Born: 1931
Born: September 4
Died: 1987
Died: June 2
Philosopher
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Psychologist
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Bombay
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As the Japanese Zen masters say, “Don't seek the truth just drop your opinions”. Drop your theories don't seek the truth.
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When someone offends you, you can raise your spirits to heights where offenses cannot reach.
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