Quote by Walt Whitman

Re-examine all you have been told. Dismiss what insults your soul.

Re-examine all you have been told. Dismiss what insults your

Summary

This quote encourages individuals to critically analyze and reconsider the information and beliefs they have been exposed to. It advises people to discard anything that goes against their core values, beliefs, and moral compass. By urging self-reflection and discernment, the quote emphasizes the importance of protecting one's inner peace and integrity by rejecting ideas or dogmas that contradict or demean their authentic self. It promotes the idea of embracing personal truth and rejecting anything that insults or harms the essence of one's being.

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Wisdom Life Spirituality Inspirational Soul Dismiss

By Walt Whitman

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