Fernando PessoaThe value of things is not the time they last, but the intensity with which they occur. That is why there are unforgettable moments and unique people!
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The value of things is not the time they last, but the intensity with which they occur. That is why there are unforgettable moments and unique people! This quote is all about focusing on the positive qualities of an experience or person. If you focus on the bad, you miss out on the good. This can be true of anything from a person to a relationship to a relationship with God. When something bad or difficult happens, you can either get caught up in it or let it pass through you, allowing God to work through it.
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