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The Journeys of Socrates

Dan Millman

Top 10 Best Quotes

“Today is today. But there are many tomorrows...”

“Make peace within, and there will be no one who can overcome you. And no one you will wish to overcome.”

“Life is about refinement, not perfection. And you still have refining to do.”

“You will fail many times, but in failing you will learn , and in learning you will find your way.”

“When a man has learned to live without money, he thought, a few rubles can go a long way.”

“The movements of the highest warriors are relaxed and expansive because they fight for a cause larger than themselves. Only by surrendering to God’s will does one find victory in battle and serenity in life.” Serafim started pacing again, as he did”

“Never fear the weapon, only the man wielding it. Focus on your opponent while he focuses on his knife or saber or pistol. He invests his power in the weapon but forgets the rest of his body.”

“Even a dark purpose can keep a man alive.”

“A man's character reveals itself most clearly when he makes a choice under pressure.”

“a story Serafim had told about a man who was always tired and who prayed each day for more energy. His prayers were never answered, until one day, in a fit of despair, he cried, “Please, oh, Lord, fill me with energy!” And God answered, “I’m always filling you, but you keep leaking!”

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philosophy-of-life, money-management, battle-strategy

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