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Many receive advice, few profit by it.

— Publilius Syrus

More from Publilius Syrus

  1. He who helps the guilty, shares the crime.
  2. While we stop to think, we often miss our opportunity.
  3. Honesta fama melior pecunia est.
  4. Whatever you can lose, you should reckon of no account.
  5. The loss which is unknown is no loss at all.
  6. Honesta turpitudo est pro causa bona.
  7. The anger of lovers renews the strength of love.
  8. What is left when honor is lost?

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  • learning
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  • self improvement
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