Leah

“We should have had a real heart-to-heart, she thought. We shouldn’t have parted like that, after arguing.”
― Mizuki Tsujimura, Lonely Castle in the Mirror

“If possible, I would like my readers to savor that same emotion when they read my books. I want to open a window in their souls and let the fresh air in. This is what I think of, and hope for, as I write—purely and simply.”
― Haruki Murakami, Novelist as a Vocation

“Many survivors of a narcissist discover that they’ve sacrificed so much in an attempt to please the narcissist that they’ve lost sight of who they are. Rediscovering oneself involves reclaiming things once loved, be it passions, friendships, or even jobs. It’s about finding that one thing you used to enjoy and taking it back. Reconnect with your inner child, play, and reintroduce yourself to the joys that make you uniquely you.”
― Tracy Malone

“When you struggle with fear and trust issues, be aware that you may not trust yourself. You are the first person you must learn to trust.”
― Tracy Malone