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An act of justice closes the book on a misdeed an act of vengeance writes one of its own

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Marilyn vos Savant
Age: 78
Born: 1946
Born: August 11
Columnist
Journalist
Playwright
Writer
St. Louis
Missouri
Misdeeds
Closes
Vengeance
Writes
Justice
Book
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Understand why casinos and racetracks stay in business - the gambler always loses over the long term.
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Be able to analyze statistics, which can be used to support or undercut almost any argument.
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Be sure to expose yourself to criticism: A fine polish requires an abrasive.
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I believe that one becomes stronger emotionally by taking life less personally. If your employer criticizes your report, don't take it personally. Instead, find out what's needed and fix it. If your girlfriend laughs at your tie, don't take it personally. Find another tie or find another girlfriend.
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Be able to live alone, even if you don't want to and think you will never find it necessary.
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If achieving your potential requires favorable judgment by others, you are much less likely to succeed.
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