The pleasure we derive from doing favors is partly in the feeling it gives us that we are … - Eric Hoffer

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Eric Hoffer

The pleasure we derive from doing favors is partly in the feeling it gives us that we are not altogether worthless. It is a pleasant surprise to ourselves.

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