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Henry David Thoreau Quotes

Biography: Henry David Thoreau is best known for his work "Walden" and his advoca... more Biography: Henry David Thoreau is best known for his work "Walden" and his advocacy of civil disobedience. An American naturalist, essayist, and philosopher born in 1817, Thoreau emphasized simple living and a deep connection to nature. His writings influenced environmental movements and leaders like Gandhi and Martin Luther King Jr. less
"The mass of men lead lives of quiet desperation."
Tags: Philosophy, Introspection, Existentialism, Human condition, Solitude
"What lies behind us and what lies ahead of us are tiny matters compared to what lives within us."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Personal growth, Self-awareness, Mindfulness
"Go confidently in the direction of your dreams! Live the life you've imagined."
Tags: Motivation, Inspiration, Personal growth, Self-improvement, Confidence
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