We think we control our environment, but in fact, it's our environment that controls us. We can't change the world. The only thing we can change is ourselves, by trying to get a better understanding of our own messed-up wiring.
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"We think we control our environment, but in fact, it's our environment that controls us. We can't change the world. The only thing we can change is ourselves, by trying to get a better understanding of our own messed-up wiring." — Guy Spier
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We think we control our environment, but in fact, it's our environment that controls us. We can't change the world. The only thing we can change is ourselves, by trying to get a better understanding of our own messed-up wiring. — Guy Spier
About Guy Spier
Guy Spier was a Businessman from South Africa (1966–present).
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Who said "We think we control our environment, but in fact, it's our environment that con…"?
This quote is attributed to Guy Spier, a Businessman from South Africa.
When did Guy Spier live?
Guy Spier lived from 1966 – present.