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“For now, though, I want to offer one small reminder, which is that real growth begins with how gladly you’re able to see yourself.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times

“The goal, instead, is to find someone who will do the work with you, not for you, contributing on all fronts and in all ways.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times

“Read books by people whose perspective is different from yours, listen to voices you haven’t heard before, look for narratives that are new to you. In them and with them, you might end up finding more room for yourself.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times

“What I want to say, then, is stay vigorous and faithful, humble and empathetic. Tell the truth, do your best by others, keep perspective, understand history and context. Stay prudent, stay tough, and stay outraged. But more than anything, don’t forget to do the work.”
― Michelle Obama, The Light We Carry: Overcoming in Uncertain Times