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There is an energy field between humans. And, when we reach out in passion, it is met with an answering passion and changes the relationship forever.

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Rollo May
Age: 85 †
Born: 1909
Born: April 21
Died: 1994
Died: October 22
Psychologist
Psychotherapist
Writer
Inspirational
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Humans
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Love
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Answering
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Mets

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