The most elementary and valuable statement in science, the beginning of wisdom, is: ‘I do not know.’

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"I would gladly risk feeling bad at times if it also meant that I could taste my dessert."

- Data

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"Believing oneself to be perfect is often the sign of a delusional mind."

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"It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent."

- Charlie Munger

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"So be careful to live your life wisely, not foolishly."

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"In old age is wisdom; understanding in a long life."

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"Keep your friends close, your enemies closer and receipts for all major purchases."

- Bridger Winegar

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"Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."

- Zimbabwean Proverb

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