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If possible, ruin him entirely.",false,{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":44,"quote_text":45,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":46,"source":47,"quote_tag":48,"commentary":9},4022907,"There is a condition worse than blindness, and that is seeing something that isn't there.",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":50,"quote_text":51,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":52,"source":53,"quote_tag":54,"commentary":9},4022902,"But self-criticism is a luxury the anti-social cannot afford. Only the ane, balanced-person tries to correct his conduct",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":56,"quote_text":57,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":58,"source":59,"quote_tag":60,"commentary":9},4022897,"Confusion is uncertainty. 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As Hubbard navigated the post-war cultural landscape, he sought to capitalize on the growing interest in psychology and spirituality, leveraging his charisma and writing skills to create a movement that would eventually become a global phenomenon. The quote reflects Hubbard's pragmatism and willingness to challenge conventional norms.\n\n**The Hidden Insight**\nOn the surface, the quote appears to be a cynical commentary on the ease of accumulating wealth by exploiting people's spiritual and psychological vulnerabilities. However, upon closer examination, it reveals a more nuanced observation about the power of identity and community. Hubbard is not simply suggesting that starting a religion is a get-rich-quick scheme, but rather that it taps into a fundamental human desire for meaning, belonging, and transcendence.\n\n**How to Use This**\nTo apply this mindset, consider the power of creating a community or movement that taps into people's deeper aspirations and values. Rather than simply trying to sell a product or service, focus on building a shared identity and sense of purpose that resonates with others. This requires a deep understanding of human psychology and a willingness to create a compelling narrative that inspires and motivates others to join your cause.",{"id":69,"quote_text":70,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":71,"source":72,"quote_tag":73,"commentary":9},4022880,"Leukemia is evidently psychosomatic in origin and at least eight cases of leukemia had been treated successfully by Dianetics after medicine had traditionally given up. The source of leukemia has been reported to be an engram containing the phrase 'It turns my blood to water.'",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":75,"quote_text":76,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":77,"source":78,"quote_tag":79,"commentary":9},4022849,"Ninety nine percent of what's wrong with people is not enough excitement",{"id":5,"author_name":6,"slug":10,"author_name_first_letter":7,"article_count":8,"image_url":9},{},[],{"id":81,"quote_text":82,"author_id":5,"source_id":19,"has_image":39,"author":83,"source":84,"quote_tag":85,"commentary":9},4022840,"Never regret yesterday. 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