Orientation in time, space, and status are the essentials of social existence, and the Balinese, although they make very strong spirits for… — Margaret Mead Copy Share Image
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Vegan or not, gluten-free or not, Erin McKenna's donuts are the best I've had in 20 years, without exception. — Mark Bittman Copy Share Image
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I have a very simple philosophy of life: Kindness. Ferocious, unrelenting, ruthless, committed, passionate, kindness. Life is sacred everywhere. We all have… — David Gerrold Copy Share Image
The best leaders... almost without exception and at every level, are master users of stories and symbols. — Tom Peters Copy Share Image
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I know of no manner of speaking so offensive as that of giving praise, and closing it with an exception. — Richard Steele Copy Share Image
As the age of television progresses the Reagans will be the rule, not the exception. To be perfect for television is all… — Gore Vidal Copy Share Image
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My mom was the breadwinner in my family. I always thought, 'That's how it is.' I never thought that was the exception. — Colin Jost Copy Share Image
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