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I believe that having an open mind is one of the most important qualities we can possess. Once our minds close, we stop evolving.

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Yanni
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: November 14
Composer
Pianist
Giannis Chrysomallis
Important
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Mind
Evolve
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Minds
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Evolving

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