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“What we think is less than what we know; What we know is less than what we love; What we love is so much less than what there is. And to that precise extent we are so much less than what we are.”

Quote by R. D. Laing

Book:The Politics of Experience

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The Politics of Experience

This book delves into the intricate relationship between individual experience and political systems, offering a critical analysis of how personal experiences shape societal and political landscapes. more

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R. D. Laing was a Scottish psychiatrist known for his unconventional views on schizophrenia and his contributions to psychotherapy. His theories emphasized the role of social and cultural factors in mental illness and had a profound impact on the field of psychiatry. more

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