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Nathaniel Hawthorne

A stale article, if you dip it in a good, warm, sunny smile, will go off better than a fresh one that you've scowled upon.

Nathaniel Hawthorne

Smile

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Even something old or unappealing can become more enjoyable if it is presented with warmth and kindness. Conversely, something new and appealing can seem less pleasant if it is met with negativity or a bad attitude.

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