You are now, as it were, at the parting of the ways--you are going to make these habits a part of yourselves, or you are going to let them escape you forever, and be weak in a measure all your lives for not having made them a part of yourselves.
Washington warns that individuals are at a critical juncture where they must choose to adopt healthy habits or risk lifelong weakness.
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Ever since I have been old enough to think for myself, I have entertained the idea that, notwithstanding the cruel wrongs inflicted upon us, the black man got nearly as much out of slavery as the white man did.
The Negro boy has obstacles, discouragements, and temptations to battle with that are little known to those not situated as he is.
This tenderness and sympathy on the part of those held in bondage was a result of their kindly and generous nature.
Before the end of the year, I think I began learning that those who are happiest are those who do the most for others.