Like tiny gods, all that we say and do holds a power so great that any one of us in any given moment can be responsible for the birth of a new civilization or the collapse of our own.

A.J. Darkholme
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In this quote Alexis de Tocqueville said, “Like tiny gods, all that we say and do holds a power so great that any one of us in any given moment can be responsible for the birth of a new civilization or the collapse of our own.” Seeing the power of our words and actions is important to understanding how they affect our lives. A little thought can lead us to large consequences.

Source: Rise Of The Morningstar

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