When we’re connected to others, we become better people.
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Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture
If I could only give three words of advice, they would be “tell the truth.” If I got three more words, I’d add: “All the time.” My parents taught me that “you’re only as good as your word,” and there’s no better way to say it.
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Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture
One thing that makes it possible to be an optimist is if you have a contingency plan for when all hell breaks loose.
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Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture
A lot of people want a shortcut. I find the best shortcut is the long way, which is basically two words: work hard.
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Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture
Experience is what you get when you didn’t get what you wanted. And experience is often the most valuable thing you have to offer.
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Randy Pausch, The Last Lecture