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“Courage is very important. Like a muscle, it is strengthened by use.”
— Ruth Gordon
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“Your first big trouble can be a bonanza if you live through it. Get through the first trouble and you'll probably make it through the next one.”
— Ruth Gordon
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“Courage is very important. Like a muscle it is strengthened by use.”
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“To be somebody you must last.”
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“Get the knack of getting people to help you and also pitch in yourself.”
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“The best impromptu speeches are the ones written well in advance.”
— Ruth Gordon
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