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“Even my identity has been kept hidden from me. It is a child's ghost buried in mud. It is an old woman waving at me from a passing train.”

Book:Space, in Chains

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Space, in Chains

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Laura Kasischke

Laura Kasischke is an American writer known for her poetry and novels. Her works often explore themes of personal identity, memory, and emotion. Born in 1961, Kasischke began her writing career in the 1980s. more

“In fact, I had time to be maddened by Christopher generally. He would keep calling me "Grant" in that superior way, and there were times when I wanted to hit him for it, or shout that it was only my alias, or - anyway he really annoyed me. Then he would say something that doubled me up with laughter and I discovered I liked him again. It was truly confusing.”

Friendship Mixed Feelings

Book:Conrad's Fate

Source: Conrad's Fate

“Listening is more than hearing sounds; it is the act of giving full attention to another being or to a moment. It involves suspending our own narrative long enough to truly receive what is offered. ... It is surprising how often we listen with the intent to respond rather than the intent to understand. We mentally prepare our reply while the other person is still speaking”

Understanding Relationships Attention Communication Listening Mindfulness Empathy Curiosity Connection Presence

Author:Ajmal, from the book "Borders of the Inner World"

“I understand charm to be a completely independent characteristic from goodness,' Murphy replies.”

Charming Troll Mixed Feelings Charmer

Book:Troll Hunting: Inside the World of Online Hate and its Human Fallout

Source: Troll Hunting: Inside the World of Online Hate and its Human Fallout

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