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“Our addiction to always being right is a great block to the truth. It keeps us from the kind of openness that comes from confidence in our natural wisdom.”

Quote by Stephen Levine

Book:A Gradual Awakening

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A Gradual Awakening

In A Gradual Awakening, the reader is taken on a transformative journey with a character who navigates the complexities of self-awareness and personal evolution. The narrative delves into the intricacies of human emotions and the gradual realization of one's true self. more

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Stephen Levine was an American poet, born on July 17, 1937, and passed away on January 17, 2016. His poetry is known for its profound emotion and philosophical insights, and has been beloved by readers worldwide. more

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