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To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has already achieved, but at what he aspires to
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"To understand the heart and mind of a person, look not at what he has already achieved, but at what he aspires to"

- Kahlil Gibran

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This quote by Kahlil Gibran motivates us to look past an individual's accomplishments and also rather concentrate on their aspirations. It recommends that a person's aspirations and also objectives can inform us more about their heart and mind than their past successes. It implies that a person's personality as well as values are a lot more accurately shown in their future goals than in their previous achievements. This quote urges us to look beyond the surface as well as to truly be familiar with an individual by recognizing their goals. It suggests that a person's dreams and also aspirations can tell us more regarding their character and values than their previous successes. It encourages us to look past the surface area as well as to truly get to know a person by recognizing their desires. By doing this, we can acquire a far better understanding of the heart as well as mind of an individual.

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Kahlil Gibran This quote is written / told by Kahlil Gibran between January 6, 1883 and April 10, 1931. He was a famous Poet from Lebanon. The author also have 89 other quotes.

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