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Judaism

"A person should always [take care] not cast his thoughts backwards [to the past], for his eyes are placed on his face and not his back." The Talmud

This phrase reminds us of the value of looking forward and not dwelling on the past or even the present. If something happens in the past, we should reflect on it but then move on and not wallow in despair.

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