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“How strange that we should ordinarily feel compelled to hide our wounds when we are all wounded.”

Quote by M. Scott Peck

Book:The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace

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The Different Drum: Community Making and Peace

This book delves into the intricate processes involved in creating and maintaining communities, with a focus on achieving harmony and resolution among its members. more

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M. Scott Peck was an American psychiatrist and writer, best known for his book 'The Road Less Traveled', which delves into themes of personal growth, psychotherapy, and the human mind. His writing style has been widely appreciated, and his works have had a profound impact on the fields of psychology and philosophy. more

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