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Richard Cecil

Every year of my life I grow more convinced that it is wisest and best to fix our attention on the beautiful and the good, and dwell as little as possible on the evil and the false.

Richard Cecil

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As time passes, the author becomes increasingly sure that focusing on positive and admirable things leads to better outcomes. He believes spending less time thinking about negativity and lies is a smarter and healthier choice.

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