Quote by William James

"The first and foremost concrete fact which every one will affirm to belong to real life is that we are struck by objects whether we wish to be or not."

William James
Psychologist, Philosopher American 1842–1910

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"The greatest discovery of my generation is that human beings can alter their lives by altering their attitudes of mind."
"Act as if what you do makes a difference. It does."
"The only way out is through."
"Does consciousness exist? I say yes."

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