Quote by Ray Charles

I did it to myself. It wasn't society... it wasn't a pusher, it wasn't being blind or being black or being poor. It was all my doing.

I did it to myself. It wasn't society... it wasn't a pusher,

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This quote suggests that the person takes full responsibility for their actions and the consequences that follow. They acknowledge that external factors like society, drugs, race, or financial situation are not to blame for their personal choices and circumstances. Instead, they recognize that the choices they made, regardless of their obstacles, ultimately led them to their current situation. It embodies a sense of accountability and self-awareness, emphasizing the importance of personal agency and accountability in shaping one's own life.

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