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  1. A quotation not from Thomas Carlyle

    The block of granite which was an obstacle in the path of the weak, becomes a steppingstone in the path of the strong.

    Thomas Carlyle (1795–1881) Scottish essayist and historian
    (Misattributed)

    Much more about this quote: wist.info/carlyle-thomas/728/

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  2. A quotation from Shakespeare

    MALVOLIO:                                                             In my
       stars I am above thee, but be not afraid of greatness.
       Some are born great, some achieve greatness, and
       some have greatness thrust upon ’em.

    William Shakespeare (1564–1616) English dramatist and poet
    Twelfth Night, Act 2, Sc. 5, l. 147ff (2.5.147–150) (1601)

    More about this quote: wist.info/shakespeare-william/…

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  3. A quotation from Joseph Addison

    When Men are easy in their Circumstances, they are naturally Enemies to Innovations.

    Joseph Addison (1672-1719) English essayist, poet, statesman
    Essay (1716-05-16), The Freeholder, No. 42

    More about this quote: wist.info/addison-joseph/83076…

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