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“The goal of the spiritual activist is to find inner peace even in externally chaotic circumstances.”

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Marianne Williamson

Marianne Williamson is an American author, spiritual leader, and political activist, born on July 8, 1952. She is recognized for her self-help books and her role in the New Age movement, focusing on personal growth, spirituality, and social issues. more

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