Why should we think upon things that are lovely? Because thinking dete…

William James
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Why should we think upon things that are lovely? Because thinking determines life. It is a common habit to blame life upon the environment. Environment modifies life but does not govern life. The soul is stronger than its surroundings. ✨ How About a Little Hope? by Litsa Dremousis, www.esquire.com. July 30, 2007.
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