"The mountain decides whether you climb or not. The art of mountaineering is knowing when to go, when to stay and when to retreat."

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"Dreams are not made to put us to sleep, but to awaken us."

- Ed Viesturs

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"The mountain decides whether you climb or not. The art of mountaineering is knowing when to go, when to stay, and when to retreat."

- Ed Viesturs

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"Getting to the top is optional. Getting down is mandatory."

- Ed Viesturs

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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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