Quote by Oliver Goldsmith
The heart of every man lies open to the shafts of correction if th

The heart of every man lies open to the shafts of correction if the archer can take proper aim. – Oliver Goldsmith

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Ridicule has always been the enemy of enthusiasm, and the only worthy opponent to ridicule is success. – Oliver Goldsmith

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The amelioration of the world cannot be achieved by sacrifices in moments of crisis; it depends on the efforts made and constantly repeated during the humdrum, uninspiring periods, which separate one crisis from another, and of which normal lives mainly consist. – Aldous Huxley

A reformer is one who sets forth cheerfully toward sure defeat. – Lydia Maria Child

Experience has two things to teach. The first is that we must correct a great deal and the second, that we must not correct too much. – Eugene Delacroix

Private reproof is the best grave for private faults. – Proverb

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Breathe. Let go. And remind yourself that this very moment is the only one you know you have for sure. – Oprah Winfrey

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My mom and dad are both in stand-up comedy, so thats where I started, thats where I got everything. My roots are holding the mic. – Pauly Shore

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