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An unattended mind is the breeding ground of self-defeat.

Guy Finley

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Guy Finley
Age: 75
Born: 1949
Born: February 22
Musician
Philosopher
Radio Personality
Songwriter
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Self
Mind
Unattended
Breeding
Defeat
Ground

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