"Nothing is so fatiguing as the eternal hanging on of an uncompleted task."

James, William on Fatigue
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"We are each of us angels with only one wing, to fly we need only embrace each other."

Unknown, Source on Angels
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"The block of granite which was an obstacle in the pathway of the weak becomes a stepping-stone in the pathway of the strong."

Carlyle, Thomas on Decisions
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"I love those who can smile in trouble, who can gather strength from distress, and grow brave by reflection. 'Tis the business of little minds to shrink, but they whose heart is firm, and whose conscience approves their conduct, will pursue their principles unto death."

Paine, Thomas on Adversity
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