My 12 Commandments

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Reflect upon your blessings…

Reflect upon your blessings, of which every man has plenty, not on your past misfortunes, of which all men have some.

      — Charles [...]

Finish each day and be done with it

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in, forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day, you shall begin it well and serenely.

    — Ralph [...]

Key to happiness

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Whatever your talent – Use it

Use what talent you possess: the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best.

    — Henry Van [...]

Take risks

Take risks: If you win, you will be happy; if you lose, you will be wise.

    — Author [...]