A person must never live a lie. We free ourselves to live a full life by discovering the courage to face our illusions and live a true life.

Kilroy J. Oldster
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A person must never live a lie. We free ourselves to live a full life by discovering the courage to face our illusions and live a true life. In this quote, Nelson Mandela acknowledges the importance of honesty and truthfulness in our lives. He suggests that we can find freedom and develop the courage to live a full life only when we accept reality and stop living in lies.

Source: Dead Toad Scrolls

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