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Mans great misfortune is that he has no organ, no kind of eyelid or brake, to mask or block a thought, or all thought, w
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"Man's great misfortune is that he has no organ, no kind of eyelid or brake, to mask or block a thought, or all thought, when he wants to"

- Paul Valery

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This quote by Paul Valery speaks to the power of thought and the lack of control we have over it. He suggests that people have no other way to stop or block ideas from entering our minds, and this can be a great bad luck. He indicates that ideas can be overwhelming and can lead to distress and confusion. He likewise suggests that we have no other way to control our thoughts, and this can be a source of disappointment. This quote talks to the power of the mind and how it can be challenging to control. It likewise speaks to the value of being mindful and aware of our thoughts, and how we can utilize strategies such as meditation and mindfulness to help us handle our ideas. Valery's quote is a reminder that we have the power to control our thoughts, and that we ought to put in the time to do so.

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Paul Valery This quote is written / told by Paul Valery between October 30, 1871 and July 20, 1945. He was a famous Poet from France. The author also have 36 other quotes.

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