Most Powerful Paradoxes of Life

Credit: canva By Ramsha Nayab 6 March, 2023

The more you try to impress people, the less impressed they’ll be.

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The more you fail, the more likely you are to succeed.

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The more afraid you are of death, the less you’ll be able to enjoy life.

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The more you learn, the more you realize how little you know.

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The more choices you have, the less satisfied you are with each one

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The more you try to argue with someone, the less likely you are to convince them of your perspective.

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The more you try to keep someone close, the further away you’ll push them.

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The more available something is, the less you will want it.

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