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“If you let someone know you appreciate him or her, especially when you're going to disagree, it gets that person's defenses down.”

Quote by Tara Brach

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Tara Brach is an American psychologist born on May 17, 1953. She is renowned for her contributions to mindfulness meditation and psychotherapy, particularly in the areas of stress management and emotional regulation. Dr. Brach's work emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance and inner wisdom. more

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