Probably a crab which had read popular zoology would be fill... - William James

"Probably a crab which had read popular zoology would be filled with a sense of personal outrage at learning what it had to do."

William James Humor

Psychologist, Philosopher American 1842–1910

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"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."

"The only way out is through."

"Does consciousness exist? I say yes."

"Never underestimate the power of a good laugh."

"Laughter is the best medicine."

"A good laugh is the best medicine."

"Laughter is contagious and wonderful."