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What is worthwhile?

Doing your best is the surest way to remind those around you to do their best.

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The Miracle of Mindfulness

Thich Nhat Hanh, Vo-Dihn Mai, and Mobi Ho

That is all we have, this moment with the world. It will not last, because nothing lasts. Entropy, mortality, extinction: the entire plan of the universe consists of losing, and no matter how much we find along the way, life amounts to a reverse savings account in which we are eventually robbed of everything. Our dreams and plans and jobs and knees... See more

Maria Popova • Losing Love, Finding Love, and Living with the Fragility of It All

Having a strong sense of controlling one’s life is a more dependable predictor of positive feelings of wellbeing than any of the objective conditions of life we have considered.

Morgan Housel • The Psychology of Money: Timeless lessons on wealth, greed, and happiness

Being open with your insecurities paradoxically makes you more confident and charismatic around others. The pain of honest confrontation is what generates the greatest trust and respect in your relationships. Suffering through your fears and anxieties is what allows you to build courage and perseverance.

Mark Manson • The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*ck: A Counterintuitive Approach to Living a Good Life (Mark Manson Collection Book 1)

“A good marriage is one in which each spouse secretly thinks he or she got the better deal, and this is true also of our friendships.” — Anne Lamott

Man's Search for Meaning

Viktor E. Frankl

Forces beyond your control can take away everything you possess except one thing, your freedom to choose how you will respond to the situation.

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Michel de Montaigne,

The Complete Essays

A quote from The Complete Essays

Life is lived in the present moment. Don’t let the pursuit of more stop you from enjoying what you already have - enough.

Ali Abdal