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Confucius Quotes: I used to listen to what others said, and expect them to act accordingly. But nowadays, I listen to what they say, and then observe what they do.
         

I used to listen to what others said, and expect them to act accordingly. But nowadays, I listen to what they say, and then observe what they do.


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