Satchel Paige Quotes

Don't look back. Something might be gaining on you.
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When they treat you bad, you just got to take care of your pride, no matter what.
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Ain't no man can avoid being born average, but there ain't no man got to be common.
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How old would you be if you didn't know how old you are?
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My feet ain't got nothing to do with my nickname, but when folks get it in their heads that a feller's got big feet, soon the feet start looking big.
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Work like you don't need the money. Love like you've never been hurt. Dance like nobody's watching.
Satchel Paige Age is a case of mind over matter. If you don't mind, it don't matter.
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I never rush myself. See, they can't start the game without me.
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Don't pray when it rains if you don't pray when the sun shines.
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Not to be cheered by praise, not to be grieved by blame, but to know thoroughly one's own virtues or powers are the characteristics of an excellent man.
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Avoid fried meats, which angry up the blood. If your stomach disputes you, lie down and pacify it with cool thoughts. Keep the juices flowing by jangling around gently as you move. Go very light on the vices, such as carrying on in society. The social ramble ain’t restful.
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