A modern civilization is only ...

A modern civilization is only possible when it is accepted that singular beings exist and express themselves freely.
A modern civilization is only possible when it is accepted that singular beings exist and express themselves freely.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun

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Don't settle in the land of barely enough. That is where you are, it is not who you are. That's your location, it's not your identity. No matter what it looks like, have an abundant mentality.
The by-product is that they more people you help, the "richer" you become, mentally, emotionally, spiritually, and definitely financially.
 T. Harv Eker
Happiness doesn't depend on any external conditions, it is governed by our mental attitude.
The truth is incontrovertible. Malice may attack it, ignorance may deride it, but in the end, there it is.
To improve is to change; to be perfect is to change often.

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This universe can very well be expressed in words and syllables which are not those of one's mother tongue.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun
We must have our say, not through violence, aggression or fear. We must speak out calmly and forcefully. We shall only be able to enter the new world era if we agree to engage in dialogue with the other side.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun
It is through accepting other people in our own countries that we shall come to respect our neighbours and be respected in our turn.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun
Be vigilant, for nothing one achieves lasts forever.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun
I am a guest of the French language. My poems in French are born of my interaction with the French language, which is not the same as that of a French poet.
 Tahar Ben Jelloun