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“Help is strangely, something we want to do without, as if the very idea disturbs and blurs the boundaries of our individual endeavors, as if we cannot face how much we need in order to go on.”

Quote by David Whyte

Book:Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words

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Consolations: The Solace, Nourishment and Underlying Meaning of Everyday Words

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David Whyte, born on November 2, 1955, is a renowned poet whose works are known for their profound emotion and philosophical insights. His poetry covers themes of life, nature, and the human condition. more

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