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Gretchen Robinson
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“the greater the wounding, the more numerous and powerful our protectors need to be.”
― The Heart of Trauma: Healing the Embodied Brain in the Context of Relationships
― The Heart of Trauma: Healing the Embodied Brain in the Context of Relationships
“When we develop the habit of appreciating others, they too appreciate us. This creates a virtuous cycle of appreciation in which there is mutual respect and admiration.”
― 31 Ways to Happiness
― 31 Ways to Happiness
“Sometimes, even to live is an act of courage.”
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“Freedom is a two-edged sword of which one edge is liberty and the other responsibility, on which both edges are exceedingly sharp; and which is not easily handled by casual, cowardly or treacherous hands.”
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“When you pursue wisdom, you will soon realize how much you don’t know. Your knowledge will be incomplete, but continually developing through your curiosity.
Arrogance blocks new information from coming in. When you’re conceited, you’ll resist change, and struggle to preserve your fixed image. Don’t fall into smug idleness, used to comfort. Challenge what you think you know, not caring if other people see you as a fool.
Progress daily in your own uncertainty.”
― Stoic Practice
Arrogance blocks new information from coming in. When you’re conceited, you’ll resist change, and struggle to preserve your fixed image. Don’t fall into smug idleness, used to comfort. Challenge what you think you know, not caring if other people see you as a fool.
Progress daily in your own uncertainty.”
― Stoic Practice
Gretchen’s 2025 Year in Books
Take a look at Gretchen’s Year in Books, including some fun facts about their reading.
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580 books
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1,902 books
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372 books
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190 friends
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