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“That which we witness, we are forever changed by, and once witnessed we can never go back.”

Quote by Angeles Arrien

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Angeles Arrien (b. 1940) is a prominent anthropologist recognized for her extensive work in cross-cultural studies. She has dedicated her career to exploring the similarities and differences between various cultures around the world, with a focus on the values and beliefs that unite and divide them. more

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