“Reading a novel was like returning to a once-beloved holiday destination.”
― Big Little Lies
― Big Little Lies
“It had never crossed her mind that sending your child to school would be like going back to school yourself.”
― Big Little Lies
― Big Little Lies
“Ultimately, happiness comes down to choosing between the discomfort of becoming aware of your mental afflictions and the discomfort of being ruled by them.”
― The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
― The Joy of Living: Unlocking the Secret and Science of Happiness
“They say it's good to let your grudges go, but I don't know, I'm quite fond of my grudge. I tend it like a little pet.”
― Big Little Lies
― Big Little Lies
“It’s because a woman’s entire self-worth rests on her looks,” said Jane. “That’s why. It’s because we live in a beauty-obsessed society where the most important thing a woman can do is make herself attractive to men.”
― Big Little Lies
― Big Little Lies
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