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Authentic power is the real deal. You can't inherit it, buy it, or win it. You also can't lose it. You don't need to build your body, reputation, wealth, or charisma to get it.

Gary Zukav

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Gary Zukav
Age: 82
Born: 1942
Born: October 17
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