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Jan 2024
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20 Powerful Paradoxes of Life

Sahil Bloom
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The world is not black and white. Many of life's most important truths appear contradictory on the surface. 


A paradox is defined as a seemingly absurd or self-contradictory statement that, when investigated or explained, may prove to be true.


This piece shares 20 of the most powerful paradoxes of life.

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