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Writing and reading decrease our sense of isolation. It's like singing on a boat during a terrible storm at sea. You can't stop the raging storm, but singing can change the hearts and spirits of the people who are together on that ship
Anne Lamott
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Anne Lamott
Age: 70
Born: 1954
Born: April 10
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When we agree to being part of something bigger than our own wired, fixated minds, we are saved.
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Perfectionism is the voice of the oppressor the enemy of the people. It will keep you insane your whole life.
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