"It is a profound truth that the moral compass points true only when freed from the magnetism of personal gain."

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The theme of character is universal, yet Henry Wadsworth Longfellow manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on character often shapes our reality.

About Henry Wadsworth Longfellow

Henry Wadsworth Longfellow was an American poet and educator. His original works include the poems "Paul Revere's Ride", The Song of Hiawatha, and Evangeline. He was the first American to completely translate Dante Alighieri's Divine Comedy and was one of the fireside poets from New England.

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