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One lives with so many bad deeds on ones conscience and some good intentions in ones heart
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"One lives with so many bad deeds on one's conscience and some good intentions in one's heart"

- John Dewey

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This quote means that people typically carry the weight of their past mistakes and wrongdoings with them even as they try to do better and have good intents. It acknowledges the complexity and potential internal dispute of being a problematic person.

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USA Flag This quote is written / told by John Dewey between October 20, 1859 and June 1, 1952. He/she was a famous Philosopher from USA. The author also have 24 other quotes.

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