James Edward Olliges Jr. (Jim James) Quotes

I just think meditation is so important because it gives you a chance to see what's going on in your brain.

James Edward Olliges Jr.

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• I just think meditation is so important because it gives you a chance to see what's going on in your brain.

  

  James Edward Olliges Jr.
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  • Meditation