An old dog barks not in vain.

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"Prayer should be the key of the day and the lock of the night."

- George Herbert

Balance

"By all means use sometimes to be alone, Salute thyself; see what the soul doth wear."

- George Herbert

Self-awareness

"The best mirror is a true friend."

- George Herbert

Self-awareness

"The best mirror is an old friend."

- George Herbert

Relationships

"Do not wait; the time will never be ‘just right.’ Start where you stand and work with whatever tools you may have at your command, and better tools will be found as you go along."

- George Herbert

Motivation

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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

Wisdom

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

Wisdom

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

Wisdom

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

- Bridger Winegar

Wisdom

"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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