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“I will not die an unlived life...I choose to inhabit my days, to allow my living to open me...I choose to risk my significance.”

Quote by Dawna Markova

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Dawna Markova
Dawna Markova

Dawna Markova is a renowned author born in 1942. Her works span across various fields, including psychology, education, and sociology. Markova is known for her insightful and accessible writing style, as well as her profound understanding of human communication. more

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