Each of us is born with a box of matches inside us but we can't strike them all by ourselves ― Laura Esquivel

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Love is the only sane and satisfactory answer to the problem of human existence.

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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.

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One dream can deliver our planet from darkness to dawn, the question is, can you persevere past your breaking point for that dream! ― Abhijit Naskar

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I’m sorry I can’t do more. But happy birthday, Sadie.” He leaned forward and kissed me on the lips. ― Rick Riordan

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You can settle for reality, or you can go off, like a fool, and dream another dream.

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Smile more. Smiling can make you and others happy. ― Roy Bennett

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Everyone knew as much as they needed to know to be happy. ― Ian McEwan

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You are the knife I turn inside myself; that is love. That, my dear, is love.

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The first law of nature is self-preservation. Cut off that which may harm you. But if it is worth preserving, and is meaningful, nourish it and have no regrets. Ultimately, this is true living and love of self...from within. ― T.F. Hodge

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