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How often—even before we began—have we declared a task ‘impossible’? And how often have we construed a picture of ourselves as being inadequate? A great deal depends upon the thought patterns we choose and on the persistence with which we affirm them.

By Piero Ferrucci

Piero Ferrucci is an Italian philosopher, psychotherapist, teacher, and author. His books focus on personal growth and development.

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