A Quote by Dan Ariely
individuals are honest only to the extent that suits them (including their desire to please others)
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I read only to please myself, and enjoy only what suits my taste.
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To the extent to which you know yourself, and we are all more alike than different, you can know others. When you love yourself, you will love others. And to the depth and extent to which you can love yourself, only to that depth and extent will you be able to love others.
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Individuals who attempt to please and individuals who become angry both have authority issues.
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