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Aldous Huxley

The secret of genius is to carry the spirit of the child into old age, which mean never losing your enthusiasm.

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Aldous Huxley suggests that maintaining a childlike excitement and curiosity throughout life is key to being truly brilliant. This means that even as people grow older, they should keep their passion and eagerness for learning and discovery alive.

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