Focus Quote by Rousas John Rushdoony

“Man’s mind, as well as his feet and devotion, wander easily, and we are readily given to changing our minds. Our attention wanders always, and we are better at drifting than commanding in our lives.” quote by Rousas John Rushdoony — Download Open image

““Man’s mind, as well as his feet and devotion, wander easily, and we are readily given to changing our minds. Our attention wanders always, and we are better at drifting than commanding in our lives.””

Rousas John Rushdoony

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