Pessimists are the people who have no hope for themselves or for others. Pessimists are also people who … - James A. Baldwin

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You can motivate by fear, and you can motivate by reward. But both those methods are only temporary. The only lasting thing is self motivation.

James A. Baldwin

Pessimists are the people who have no hope for themselves or for others. Pessimists are also people who think the human race is beneath their notice, that they're better than other human beings.

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