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Courage Quote by Aristotle

“I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self.” quote by Aristotle — Download Open image

“I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self.”

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