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To spend life for something which outlasts it.

William James

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William James
Age: 68 †
Born: 1842
Born: January 11
Died: 1910
Died: August 26
Philosopher
Physician
Psychologist
University Teacher
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The hell to be endured hereafter, of which theology tells, is no worse than the hell we make for ourselves in this world by habitually fashioned our characters in the wrong way.
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When once a decision is reached and execution is the order of the day, dismiss absolutely all responsibility and care about the outcome.
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