It is energy - the central element of which is will

Samuel Smiles
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It is energy - the central element of which is will - that produces the miracle that is enthusiasm in all ages. Everywhere it is what is called force of character and the sustaining power of all great action ✨ Samuel Smiles (1872). Character, p.142
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It is energy - the central element of which is will - that produces the miracle that is enthusiasm in all ages. Everywhere it is what is called force of character and the sustaining power of all great action ✨ Samuel Smiles (1872). Character, p.142

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