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By Sara Dillinger
L Is For _____________

That title looks funny, doesn't it. It looks like I've got this far into the alphabet and suddenly couldn't think of anything to say about L. I mean no offense to L. It is a perfectly useable letter. Easy to write, too. And it could stand for so many things, ideas, attitudes. Love comes to mind. Loss. Laughter (but I just did Humor). Life. That's a good, all purpose word that starts with L. But I wrote the title as I did because I want to talk about something that is NOT th

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By Dave Abbott
Self Esteem Quotes That Will Rock Your Boat!

These self esteem quotes are like transformational sayings that at the very least make us stop and think or bring a smile to our faces. ________________________________________ 1). What You Resist, Persists! One Of The Best Self Esteem Quotes! This quote means that if one is resisting something that resistance will persist until that something is resolved one way or another. 2). The Point Of Power Is Always In The Present Moment. The ability to make choices exists in the p

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Relationships: What Can Happen When Two People Put On An Act During The Start Of A Relationship?

When two people get together for the first time, it will give them the chance to see how they get on. This will also give them the opportunity to find out about each other, to see what their values are, and what they hope to achieve it the future, for instance. The First Step What happens during this time is likely to be what determines if they will get together again. Therefore, if this stage goes well, there is a strong chance that they will spend more time together.

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Discrimination: Is Discrimination Good Or Bad?

If one was to hear about someone who is being treated unfairly, they could end up feeling angry about what is taking place. This could relate to someone who, because of their gender, was turned down from a job. Alte atively, this person may have read the job description and found out that they were the wrong race. It then wouldn’t have been possible for them to apply, let alone be tuned down for the role. Not the First Time

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Emotionally Sensitive Body: Do Some People Have An Emotionally Sensitive Body?

If one was in a position where they spend a lot of time feeling drained, they might end up looking into what they eat. Along with this, they could take the time to see if they are getting enough sleep. The Logical Approach One way of looking at this would be to say that this is the kind of thing that most people would do. After all, what one eats and the amount of sleep they get plays a big part in how much energy they have.

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Helpful Tips to Surviving 'Stress and Overwhelm'

This year marks my 30th year working with clients, (and I still love it) and I'm in a place of reflection. I'm also getting active with my writing again, after taking some time off to devote to other projects. I have witnessed a variety of trends throughout my career, based on numerous factors associated with the world growing and changing. In these recent years, what I observe is that the current times possess a unique set of circumstances. I would like to share some thoughts on this. It is not new news, however here's my take on it.

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Self-Development: Can Someone Get Into Self-Development When They Feel Worthless?

When someone doesn’t feel good about themselves, there are number things that can take place. One of the things they can do is to embrace how they feel, and to allow what is taking place within them to define their life. Disempowered When this takes place, one is going to spend a lot of time feeling worthless; this is going to be what is normal for them. And as they spend so much time feeling so low, it could also mean that one will be used to feeling depressed.

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Self-Worth: Can Someone Realise Their Value By Being Creative?

While there are some people who feel comfortable in their own skin, so to speak, there are others who don’t. When one does experience life in this way, they are likely to have a sense of their own value. Self-Worth Through being in touch with what they bring to the world, they won’t feel the need to prove themselves to other people. And what they have to offer will be seen as a reflection of their own value.

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“I Was Completely Out of Touch With My Own Needs!”

Once I had finished studying sport and leisure at college in 2003, I had absolutely no idea about what I was going to do next. I had only taken this course because I enjoyed working out and I didn’t know what else to do. So after it was over, I soon had to face what I had been able to avoid by doing a full-time course at college. I experienced an incredible amount of pressure, stress and anxiety, and I would end up feeing upset. Self-Blame

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By Dr. Larina Kase
How To Develop Authentic Self Confidence

Do you ever feel like you’re an imposter? nnYou feel like an imposter when you're able to act confident on the outside but you don't really feel confident on the inside. nnOne of the hidden causes of The Imposter Syndrome is trying too hard. You really want to appear a certain way so you over-do it. This ends up not backfiring and instead of building authentic confidence you actually become less confident. nnInstead, work to build up your true self confidence so the outer m

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False-Self: Why Do Some People Only Feel Confident When They Are Playing A Role?

In order for one to be themselves, it will be necessary for them to feel confident enough to do so. Therefore, if this is not in place, it is not going to be possible for one to express their true-self. One way of looking at it would be to say that one’s true-self is the top of a table, and the confidence they have to express this part of them is the legs that support it. So, in the same way that one wouldn’t be able to be themselves if they didn’t feel confident; the table wouldn’t be able to be used without the legs. A Waste of Time

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"You Have To Kill Your Inner Parents!"

At the end of 2016, I could see that I needed to work on my boundaries and to feel better about myself. When it came to the former, this wasn’t just about me saying no; it was also about me listening to my own needs and no longer trying to please others. As for the latter, I could see that my self-talk wasn’t very supportive or nurturing, and that I felt completely worthless. I would often end up feeling extremely low and it was as though there was nothing I could do to change this. I Had To Keep Going

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4 Instant Stress Relief Solutions You Must Try

We know for a fact that stress is everywhere — it has become an unavoidable part of life. Although we cannot eliminate stress completely, we need to make sure that we keep our stress within healthy levels or we could end up suffering from the many health problems it has been associated with. There are so many practical and simple ways to deal with stress but very few people actually make use of them. Why? Because people in this hectic and fast-paced society that we are in demand for all things instant and instant stress relief solutions are no exception.

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HOW TO BUILD SELF-CONFIDENCE AT WORK

People often say that one’s self-confidence -- that radiating state of believing in one’s capabilities and skills -- can most often be the most striking quality a person can have. Belief in one’s ability to perform a task or complete a project is one of the most important building blocks of success. Confidence not only gives you a positive mindset but also attracts different forms of success as you are prepared for what is to come and knowledgeable of troubleshooting when mis

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Support: Do Some People's Childhoods Set Them Up To Believe That Support Is Conditional?

If it wasn’t for one’s bones, muscles and joints, it would be possible for them to do anything. Through the support that each of these provides, it is possible for one to move their body. However, even though one feels physically supported, it doesn’t mean they will feel supported when it comes to the rest of their life. And if they don’t feel supported in life, there is also the chance that it will have an impact on how supported they feel at a physical level. Both Ways

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Addiction: Is A Lack Of Connection The Root Cause Of Addiction?

There is a video online titled, ‘Could the Root Cause of Addiction actually be a lack of Connection?’, and this video posits that a lack of connection causes addiction. It also says that “not all addictions are rooted in abuse or trauma, but they can all be traced to a painful experience”. After this, it goes onto say that, “we should stop talking about addiction altogether and instead see it as bonding”. And that, “healthy bonding includes relationships, connection to family, community and to self”. The Answer

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Social Media: Why Are Some People Addicted To 'Likes'?

For quite some time now, images have been shared on social media where people are injecting and snorting ‘Likes’. These images have been created to emphasise the fact that some people are hooked on receiving ‘Likes’ from others. And in the same way that a drug addict might not mind where their supply comes from; someone who is addicted to ‘Likes’ might not care where their supply comes from either. Ergo, it won’t matter if another friend gives them one or if a stranger does – it will still be the same. One Approach

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Who Are You Allergic To?

If you’ve ever dealt with allergies, you know how brutal they can be. An allergy, or intolerance, is defined as: hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity. I swear, that perfectly describes my last relationship!!! So then I started thinking. When I eat milk- all bad. When I take penicillin- all bad. When I deal with him, it’s ALL BAD! Maybe I’m allergic to HIM!!! Is this possible?

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Anxiety: Does Someone Have Mental Health Problems If They Experience Anxiety?

Nowadays, there is a strong chance that someone will reach out for support if they have mental and emotional problems, and there are at least two reasons for this. Firstly, it is more acceptable to talk about these kinds of things. This is not to say that everyone who they come into contact with will support them; what it comes down to is that there are plenty of people who will. Secondly, there is a lot of support that is provided by society. The Past

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Their Arm Was Covered In Cuts!

When I was out the other day, I saw someone who had all these cuts on their forearm and I thought that this person must self-harm. Over the years, I have seen a number of people with arms that have received a lot of harm. But, whenever I see something like this, I usually feel pain through imagining what it must be like and I feel deeply curious as to why something like this has taken place. I want to know what this person has been through; what it is that has caused them to do this to themselves. Trauma

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“It Wasn't Safe For Me To Express My Emotions!”

When I was about 12 years old, I remember being told to “stop moaning” by my mother. And based on how she responded in this moment, it was as though I was actually making a fuss over nothing. However, this couldn’t have been further from the truth; I was simply speaking out about something. But while I had every right to speak out, I was treated as though I had done something wrong, and this was something she said on numerous occasions. No Dissent Allowed

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Critical Thinking: Can A Weak Sense Of Self Cause Someone To Be Drawn To A Political Movement?

If someone is at university, or has been to one in the past, they could be part of some kind of movement. When it comes to someone who is still studying, they may be part of at least one society. A Big Interest This could be something that is a big part of their life, which could mean that it will have an effect on just about everything they do. Yet, even if someone is not studying at this point in time, it might not be any different.

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By Moshe Tokayer
Overcoming Low Self Esteem

Low self esteem is a major barrier that will prevent you from discovering your unique life mission or living it. So, it's crucial to work on building self esteem. This is a good idea even if you have an accurate evaluation of yourself as we'll see later in this article. What is Low Self Esteem? In order to understand it we first need to have a definition of self esteem. If you search the Internet you will find many definitions for self esteem. The one I like best out of all t

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Relationships: Why Do Some People Always Criticise Their Friends?

While someone can spend time with people that they appreciate, they can also spend time with people who irritate them. As a result of this, not everyone is going to feel the same when they are around their friends. When it relates to the former, one could find that they have the same values as the people they spend time with. How they live their life is then a reflection of how one lives their life, or there are likely to be similarities. Fulfilling

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Therapy: Does Someone Need To Be Perfect In Order To Assist Others?

When someone has the desire to assist others, they can end up taking the next step. At the same time, they can also experience inner conflict, and this can then stop them from taking action. In this case, one could believe that every area of their life needs to be going in the right direction. And so as this is not the case, they are going to stop themselves from taking action. Moving Forward

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True-Self: How Can People Respond When Someone Lets Go Of Their False-Self?

When it comes to how one behaves around others, there is the chance that their behaviour generally matches up with their true needs and feelings. What this will then mean is that they won’t have the inclination to put on an act around others. Therefore, if the people they are close to were asked to describe them, there is a strong chance that their description would match up with how one sees themselves. And as one is this way around them, there is a strong chance that these people are also in touch with what is taking place within them. Authentic Relationships

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"This Guy Has Good Boundaries!"

As I look back on my journey, I can see that there have been a number of moments when what I was doing no longer worked. And, when this has happened, it has caused me to look for something else. One of the moments that comes to mind is in the middle of 2009, as this was a time when what I was doing was no longer cutting it. Soon enough, I came into contact with someone called Simon Rose. An Opening

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***The Secret to Self-Confidence

Everyone struggles with their self-confidence at some point – it's a natural part of our personal development. For some of us, it's just a temporary phase during those awkward teen years; for others, it's a life-long challenge. Self-confidence seems to be such a slippery thing to hold on to, as it can be heavily impacted by our environment, our experiences, and the feedback we receive from others. If only there was a self-confidence vitamin we could take every morning...

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By Chris Donker
A Powerful Way To Turn A Friend Into A Lover

One way is to capitalize on a concept called "Social proof" as it's a very powerful psychological trigger that can really influence the way people act. Social Proof is all about human nature and CONDITIONING. As humans we do things based on what other humans do. We are more likely to make a decision or take an action when we have seen PROOF that someone else has also made the same decision. The choice becomes that much easier when we realize people "just like us" (similar dem

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By Dave Abbott
High Self Esteem

Having high self esteem means already knowing one is responsible for one’s life. It is this profound knowing that allows one to create a life worth living or another way to say it, to know who we are and to follow one’s bliss! It also means the days of being a victim of one’s circumstances are over. We keep our personal power and use it lovingly in the creation of our lives. It doesn’t mean we never feel like a victim. It does mean we feel more powerful most of the time. Th

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By James Guiver
Ten Things that make Juggling and Circus Skills a Fantastic Self Help Tool

Ten Things that make Juggling and Circus Skills a Fantastic self help tool When people think of self help there are a few areas that generally crop up – yoga, meditation, exercise, organising your life. You are much less likely to consider something like juggling or another circus skill. Hobbies like juggling, diabolo, hula hoop, or staff spinning can in fact help you in many ways – in this article I hope to highlight some of these. First allow me to introduce myself –

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Visualize Scissors and Snip

Our world is in a bit of dire straits right now. Everyone is justifiably conce ed about the economy. Many people are losing their jobs. This may be affecting you directly, or perhaps it is not your turn yet. If you are losing the things around you, it might very well be the end of the world as ...

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Vulnerability: Why Do Some People Feel Extremely Vulnerable?

While some people feel as though it is safe them to exist, there are others who don’t. Even so, this could be something that someone is not consciously aware of; how they experience life could just be what is normal. Part of Life However, if they were asked about what they do each day, for instance, this would give them the chance to open up about how they experience life. It is then through what could be described as an, indirect approach, that another person could find out whether or not they feel safe.

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“Are Open Borders A Good Idea?”

I had arranged to speak to Errol again and before our call, there was something that I wanted to talk to him about. What I wanted to know was what his views were on open borders and if he thought we no longer needed them. This topic was on my mind due to what someone had shared on social media and it was also something that I had thought about in the past. I had also written a few articles that touch on this area. Two Minds

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Migrant Crisis: Do Some Celebrities Lack Empathy When They Talk About The Migrant Crisis?

It seems that not a day goes by without a celebrity sharing their views on something that is not related to their profession. And like everyone else on this planet, it could be said that they are entitled to their own opinion. The Truth However, when a celebrity says something it can have a far bigger effect than if the average person said the same thing. Along with the amount of exposure it can receive, there will also be the impact it has on others.

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Relationships: Do Some People Only Have Relationships With People Who Will Make Them Look Good?

It could be said that thanks to social media, how someone looks is even more important than ever before. The average person can feel the need to look their best regardless of if they are in the real world or online. Fortunately, it can be relatively easy for someone to look their best online, and this is because they can edit their pictures. One can make sure that they have a good profile picture and, when it comes to the rest of their pictures, they can often define what ends up on their profile. Two Parts

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Therapy: Does Someone Need To Work With A Therapist If They Have Good Friends?

If one has mental and emotional and/or relationship challenges, they can feel the need to reach out for exte al support. This could be seen as the best approach for them to take in order to change their circumstances. Through having this outlook, the next step will be for them to find someone to assist them. Now, this could be something that will take place within a few hours, or they could spend a few days looking for someone. The Right Option

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Entitlement Mentality: Can Someone Develop An Entitlement Mentality After Being Told That They 'Deserve It'?

In today’s world, it is not going to be uncommon for someone to be told that they deserve it. But if this is not the case, then there is a strong chance that they have come across this expression when they have been online. Uplifting If one was to hear this, it is likely to be something that will have a positive effect on them, and it could be said that this is to be expected. Through hearing this, it is going to give them a sense of control.

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Relationships: Can Someone Have Affairs When They Have A Fear Of Abandonment?

If someone is in a relationship that they no longer want to be in, it might not be long until it comes to an end. Perhaps they have been together for a number of months, or they may have been with each other for a number of years. Yet, regardless of the amount of time that they have been with them, they are not going to want to stay put. This doesn’t mean that it will be easy for them to end the relationship; what it comes down to is that being with this person is no longer serving them. A Small Price to Pay

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Boundaries: Does Someone Need To Embrace Their Masculine Nature If They Are Unable To Say No?

If one is asked if they would like to do something, they could end up saying yes. This could show that they actually want to do what the person has suggested, and there will then have been no reason for them to say anything else. A Wonderful Experience This could then be a time when one will have a really good time, and once the experience has come to an end, they could end up going over what happened. It will then be only too clear that they did the right thing by saying yes.

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By Robert N Jones
Lack Of Confidence- The Crippling Effects That Will Block Your Success

Do you suffer from lack of confidence? Are you one of the many you are hamstrung by this insidious disease? Millions of people struggle with a shortage confidence and recognizing it is the 1st step to overcoming it and growing as a person in all facets of your life. Your lack of confidence is the primary factor that is limiting your success—your happiness --- your life satisfaction! --Now let me ask you this crucial question, -Do you want obliterate your lack of confidence?

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Loss: Can The Need To Be Loyal Stop Someone From Being Able To ‘Move On’?

It could be said that the loss of a loved one is one of the hardest things to experience on this earth. This can relate to a family member, a partner, a friend, and even a pet. When this takes place, someone can end up being mentally, emotionally and physically floored. It can be as if their whole world has been turned upside down and they could end up losing the will to live. A Different Life

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Celebrities: Do Certain Celebrities Normalise Attention Seeking Behaviour?

In today’s world, there are a number of ways for someone to become famous, and this has opened the door to people from all walks of life. Said another way, it is no longer necessary for someone to have real talent; they can end up in the public eye for other reasons. Reality TV What has played a big part in this are the kind of opportunity’s that are available on TV, and these have been available for a number of years now. For example, someone can go into a house or spend time on an island.

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Don’t Put Women On A Pedestal!

While I was out the other day I saw a woman who was wearing a fair amount of makeup, and seeing this woman had quite a big effect on me. But, even though part of me was responding to what I had seen, another part of me thought about how strange this all was. For one thing, I didn’t know anything about this woman; the fact that she looked good didn’t mean that I would like her as a person, or that she was a virtuous human being. It has been said that attraction is not a choice and I think there is a certain amount of truth to this saying. It’s instant

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Relationships: Can Someone Put Up With Controlling Behaviour When They Are Emotionally Dependent

When two people are in a relationship, they can continue to express who they are and to fulfil their own needs. As a result of this, their time together will have a positive effect on both of them. There will be the effect that this has on their relationship, and there will be the effect that this has on other areas of their life. There will then be no need for them to feel trapped and as though they are being held back. Two Parts

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Book Reviews: How Should Someone Respond When Other People Leave Negative Book Reviews?

Once someone has read a book, they can to leave a review on a popular website, and this can take place even if they have bought the book offline. In addition to this, they can also leave a review if they bought the book on another site. However, even though one has the opportunity to do this, it doesn’t mean that they will. Now, this doesn’t necessarily mean they didn’t enjoy the book; it could simply come down to the fact that they can’t be bothered. Other Priorities

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September tip 2011 Life Change: Shedding Old Skin & Embracing New Life

This summer, the Universe invited me to “shed my old skin” and move gracefully into the next chapter of my life. After 25 years, my husband and I decided to sell our home and move into a condo. This necessitated letting go of the familiar and embracing the new. During this summer’s journey, the Universe invited me to concentrate on: Gratitude, Going with the Flow and Finding Joy in the Moment.

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The Law of Attraction or how to change the Cause and Effects in your life

We hear a lot about the Law of Attraction since the worldwide success of the book “The Secret” from Rhonda Byrne. This concept has been around for a very long time. Science today can backup some aspects of what spirituality has been saying since the beginning of time. We are not only a bag of bones, flesh and blood. We exist at different levels. We are matter and energy: we are body spirit and Soul. When I was a kid, and until I became a teenager I was seeing colours around people. I can’t affirm that I was seeing aura but, it looks very much like it.

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Book Review: Breaking The Chain of Low Self-Esteem

This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Personal Development and Self-Esteem . The Official SelfGrowth.com Guide to Personal Development and Self-Esteem is Dr. Joe Rubino . Self-Esteem consists of the self relevant beliefs and emotions which shape one’s individual feelings and worth of him/herself. nn Breaking the Chain of Low Self-Esteem is a valuable resource for people interested in Self-Esteem , and it is available through Amazon.com and Barnes

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“I knew it was over!”

After I had got back from Australia and Bali in 2003, I started to change quite rapidly. Before I had been away, I had only read a few books, and these were books that I had to read for school. But after being drawn to a book whilst I was in Australia, I was now reading on a regular basis. The book that I bought whilst I was away was written was by Louis L Hay, and shortly after I got back I started to read another book that she had written. Even Deeper

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