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“I think if a woman is very happy with herself and at ease with her choices, it goes a long way toward making other people feel at ease with her.”

Quote by Mary Gaitskill

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Mary Gaitskill is an American author known for her short stories, which are praised for their deep psychological insights and portrayals of the lives of marginalized individuals. Her work often delves into the complexities and contradictions of human relationships. more

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