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“I make it a rule never to smoke while I'm sleeping.” quote by Mark Twain
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“I make it a rule never to smoke while I'm sleeping.”

Mark Twain

About This Quote

Source Essay: Autobiography, 1905

Never smoke while sleeping; a personal rule for safety and health.

In simple terms: Don’t smoke in bed.

Key Takeaway

Adopt safe habits.

Themes

health safety personal discipline

Mood

practical light‑hearted

Type

advice personal

When to use this quote

  • daily routine
  • risk management
  • personal health

Key Concepts

Lifestyle habit formation well‑being

Questions to Reflect On

  • Why set strict personal rules?
  • How do habits shape safety?
A Different Perspective

May be overly cautious.

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