Quote by Orison Swett Marden

If we put the emphasis upon the right things, if we live the life that is worth while and then fail, we will survive all disasters, we will out-live all misfortune. We should be so well balanced and symmetrical, that nothing which could ever happen could throw us off our center, so that no matter what misfortune should overtake us, there would still be a whole magnificent man or woman left after being stripped of everything else.

If we put the emphasis upon the right things, if we live the

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This quote emphasizes the importance of focusing on what truly matters in life. It suggests that even if we face failures and misfortunes, we can withstand them and come out stronger if we live a worthwhile life. By striving for balance and symmetry, our core selves will remain intact regardless of what we lose. The quote encourages resilience and suggests that cultivating a meaningful existence is the key to enduring any hardship that may come our way.

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