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“Don’t absorb criticism from people you wouldn’t go to for advice.”
― The Comfort Book
― The Comfort Book
“Lots of things that are worth seeing aren't happy things.”
― Train I Ride
― Train I Ride
“Their parents may fill the children’s hours with therapeutic equipment, tutors, drivers, therapists, psychiatrists, and special schools, while what a child wants and needs most desperately is a friend. Often a child longs for a friend despite rejecting everyone who reaches out. Such a child may be convinced to come out of hiding if the proffered playmate is a dog”
― The Underdogs
― The Underdogs
“The 7 Secrets of Happiness
1. Think positively.
2. Do work you love.
3. Avoid anger.
4. Give generously.
5. Be grateful.
6. Overcome negativity.
7. Develop thick skin.”
―
1. Think positively.
2. Do work you love.
3. Avoid anger.
4. Give generously.
5. Be grateful.
6. Overcome negativity.
7. Develop thick skin.”
―
“Find out what you're good at...and then get even better. That's the key.”
― Dear Mrs. Bird
― Dear Mrs. Bird
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