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“The attitude and reactions of artists toward their art children reveal an attitude similar to that which mothers in general possess toward their children. There is the same sensitivity to any criticism, the same possessive pride.”

Quote by Beatrice M. Hinkle

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Beatrice M. Hinkle

Beatrice M. Hinkle (1874-1953) was an American writer, psychologist, and pioneer in psychical research. She studied under the renowned psychologist William James at Harvard University and developed a deep interest in the human unconscious and spiritual phenomena. Hinkle made significant contributions to the field of psychology in early 20th-century America through her translations of European psychological works and her own writings on mental exploration. As a female scholar in a male-dominated field, she broke barriers and established herself as an important figure in American psychological and psychical research movements. more

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