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It is possible to speak with our heart directly. Most ancient cultures know this. We can actually converse with our heart as if it were a good friend. In modern life we have become so busy with our daily affairs and thoughts that we have lost this essential art of taking time to converse with our heart.

Jack Kornfield

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Jack Kornfield
Age: 79
Born: 1945
Born: July 16
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