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All you need is passion. If you have a passion for something, you'll create the talent.

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Yanni
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: November 14
Composer
Pianist
Giannis Chrysomallis
Passion
Need
Needs
Something
Positive
Talent
Create

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If you are a professional, the speed with which you react to a potential problem separates the men from the boys.
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I'd decided to take the risk, and either I'd succeed or else.
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The less you want, the richer you are. The more you need in order to be happy, the more miserable you’ll be.
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