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The as if principle works. Act as if you were not afraid and you will become courageous, as if you could and you'll find you can. Act as if you like a person and you'll find a friendship.

Norman Vincent Peale

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Norman Vincent Peale
Age: 95 †
Born: 1898
Born: May 31
Died: 1993
Died: December 24
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Psychologist
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