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Their Maker, she said, gives them the sky to carry because they are strong. These people do not know who they are, but if you see a lot of trouble in your life, it is because you were chosen to carry part of the sky on your head. -pg. 25 ↗

— Edwidge Danticat

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If you believe in your heart that you are right, then you must fight with all your might to do it your way. Only dead fish swim with the stream all the time. ↗

— Linda Ellerbee

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One discovers that destiny can be diverted, that one does not have to remain in bondage to the first wax imprint made on childhood sensibilities. Once the deforming mirror has been smashed, there is a possibility of wholeness. There is a possibility of joy. ↗

— Anaïs Nin

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Power, true power, comes from the belief in true things, and the willingness to stand behind that belief, even if the universe itself conspires to thwart your plans. Chaos may settle; flames may die; worlds may rise and fall. But true things will remain so, and will never fail to guide you to your goals. ↗

— James A. Owen

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Peace of mind arrives the moment you come to peace with the contents of your mind. ↗

— Rasheed Ogunlaru

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...because where we are is always the most important place. ↗

— Philip Pullman

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If you hold a bird too tightly, you'll crush its wings ↗

— V.C. Andrews

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Adversity, if for no other reason, is of benefit, since it is sure to bring a season of sober reflection. People see clearer at such times. Storms purify the atmosphere. ↗

— Henry Ward Beecher

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When life's problems seem overwhelming, look around and see what other people are coping with. You may consider yourself fortunate. ↗

— Ann Landers

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IF YOU CHOKE YOUR POTENTIAL BEFORE IT HAS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BECOME A POSSIBILITY YOU WILL NEVER REACH YOUR DESTINY ↗

— Mo Stegall

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