Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and learn again to exercise his will - his personal responsibility in the realm of faith and morals.

Albert Schweitzer
Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and...
Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and...
Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and...
Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and...
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"Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment and learn again to exercise his will - his personal responsibility in the realm of faith and morals" is a quote from French thinker Abbe Auguste Comte. He believed that people can achieve happiness by accepting their responsibilities, not placing blame on others. He believed that people should accept their situations, however unfavorable they may be, and never give up.

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