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“If one finds the strength to deal with small things, one finds it to deal with the large ones as well.”

Quote by Etty Hillesum

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Etty Hillesum was a Dutch writer and diarist, born on January 15, 1914, and died on November 30, 1943. Her works are known for their profound personal insights and philosophical reflections on human existence. more

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