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“I feel that one must deliberate then act, must scan every life choice with rational thinking but then base the decision on whether one's heart will be in it.”

Quote by Jean Shinoda Bolen

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Jean Shinoda Bolen
Jean Shinoda Bolen

Jean Shinoda Bolen, born in 1936, is an American psychiatrist and renowned psychologist, feminist, and advocate. She is known for her in-depth research on women's psychology and mythology. Bolen, a distinguished author, has written extensively on women's leadership, personal growth, and gender roles, making a significant impact on contemporary psychology and sociology. more

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