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Quote by Max Beerbohm
How many charming talents have been spoiled by the instilled desir

How many charming talents have been spoiled by the instilled desire to do important work! Some people are born to lift heavy weights. Some are born to juggle with golden balls. – Max Beerbohm

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It seems to be a law of nature that no man, unless he has some obvious physical deformity, ever is loth to sit for his portrait. – Max Beerbohm

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Nature
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To give an accurate and exhaustive account of that period would need a far less brilliant pen than mine. – Max Beerbohm

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History
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To say that a man is vain means merely that he is pleased with the effect he produces on other people. A conceited man is satisfied with the effect he produces on himself. – Max Beerbohm

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I am so grateful to everybody that supports the Sheckler Foundation, and gives us the ability to continue to help kids and injured action sports athletes. – Ryan Sheckler

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When you have a background in combat sports, people think youre this martial arts expert, but really Im just a guy who is able to do certain things without making a mess of himself. – Rick Yune

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Mens competitive team sports focus on the balance between individual achievement and team achievement with the emphasis on team achievement. – Warren Farrell

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