Quote by Orison Swett Marden

You will always have to live with yourself, and it is to your best interest to see that you have good company -- a clean, pure, straight, honest, upright, generous, magnanimous companion.

You will always have to live with yourself, and it is to you

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This quote emphasizes the significance of self-awareness and the importance of cultivating positive qualities within oneself. It suggests that since we are constantly in the company of our own thoughts and actions, it is in our best interest to be virtuous, honest, and upright individuals. By embodying these qualities, we can ensure that we have "good company" within ourselves, allowing us to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life.

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