A reproach can only hurt if it hits the mark. Whoever knows that he does not deserve a reproach can treat it with contempt. (Arthur Schopenhauer)

A reproach can only hurt if it hits the mark. Whoever knows that he does not deserve a reproach can treat it with contempt.

Arthur Schopenhauer

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