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Rumi Poet, Philosopher
Action

"If thou wilt be observant and vigilant, thou wilt see at every moment the response to thy action. Be observant if thou wouldst have a pure heart, for something is born to thee in consequence of every action."

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Mahatma Gandhi Political Leader
Action

"You never know where your actions will lead to. But if you don't do anything they will lead you nowhere."

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Laozi Philosopher
Action

"Take [preventive] action before things happen. Establish order before disorder has begun."

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George Harrison Musician, Singer-songwriter
Action

"We're now the results of our past actions, and in the future we'll be the results of the actions we're performing now."

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Henri Bergson Philosopher
Action

"Action on the move creates its own route, creates to a very great extent the conditions under which it is to be fulfilled and thus baffles all calculation."

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Denis Waitley Author, Motivational Speaker
Action

"Champions never brag, never shout, never have to go to extremes to build themselves up for others or put others down. They let their actions, deeds, and results speak for them."

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