Quote by Joshua Emmet

It is not that accepting and rejecting are great actions within themselves. But the right to accept or reject, now that is everything.

It is not that accepting and rejecting are great actions wit

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This quote emphasizes the importance of having the freedom to accept or reject something. It suggests that the act of accepting or rejecting itself may not be significant, but the essential value lies in having the autonomy and authority to make these choices. The quote implies that having the power to decide what we accept or reject is crucial as it grants us control over our own lives and allows us to assert our individuality and personal preferences.

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By Joshua Emmet

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