“We first make our habits, then our habits make us.”
John Dryden (1631–1700) English poet and playwright of the XVIIth century
“Our habits are our friends. Even our bad habits.”
The Diary of a Country Priest
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French writer 1888–1948Related quotes
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Context: What most of us present to the world isn’t necessarily our true self: It’s a combination of years of bad habits and fear-based behavior. Our real self lies buried underneath all the insecurities and inhibitions. So rather than just being yourself, focus on discovering and permanently bringing to the surface your best self.