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Quote by Jean Vanier

“We don’t know what to do with our own pain, so what to do with the pain of others? We don’t know what to do with our own weakness except hide it or pretend it doesn’t exist. So how can we welcome fully the weakness of another if we haven’t welcomed our own weakness?”

Quote by Jean Vanier

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Jean Vanier is a philosopher known for his care for individuals with autism and his advocacy for community living. Born on September 10, 1928, he has made significant contributions to the well-being of people with autism through his work with L'Arche, a community that provides support and housing for them. more

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