Quote by William James
The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outla

The great use of life is to spend it for something that will outlast it. – William James

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It is only by risking our persons from one hour to another that we live at all. And often enough our faith beforehand in an uncertified result is the only thing that makes the result come true. – William James

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Knowledge about life is one thing effective occupation of a place in life, with its dynamic currents passing through your being, is another. – William James

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The world we see that seems so insane is the result of a belief system that is not working. To perceive the world differently, we must be willing to change our belief system, let the past slip away, expand our sense of now, and dissolve the fear in our minds. – William James

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A book has got smell. A new book smells great. An old book smells even better. An old book smells like ancient Egypt. – Ray Bradbury

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Truth is always served by great minds, even if they fight it. – Jean Rostand

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Better a little which is well done, than a great deal imperfectly. – Plato

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I try to read for pleasure whenever I can – its a great way just to shut it off for a while so your brain doesnt get fried. – Hillary Clinton

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Unfortunately, President Obamas failed policies of new regulations, higher taxes, and Obamacare and his anti-business rhetoric have hit Hispanics especially hard. Big government really hurts those who are trying to make it. – Marco Rubio

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