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A Rite of Passage

Sayings to soothe & inspire

A Quote on Living with Purpose, William Osler
Plus a heart shaped by compassion

In a society that often encourages people to chase success, status, and personal gain, the words of William Osler offer a refreshing reminder to measure a life not by what we accumulate, but by what we contribute to the world around us. May We Suggest: My Spiritual Teacher Died by SuicideWracked with pain and fearing…

Caitlin Manner

In a society that often encourages people to chase success, status, and personal gain, the words of William Osler offer a refreshing reminder to measure a life not by what we accumulate, but by what we contribute to the world around us.

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