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“The sky isn’t more beautiful if you have perfect skin. Music doesn’t sound more interesting if you have a six-pack. Dogs aren’t better company if you’re famous. P izza tastes good regardless of your job title. The best of life exists beyond the things we are encouraged to crave.”
― Matt Haig, The Comfort Book

“To believe in something and not live it is dishonest.”
― Richard Wagamese, Embers: One Ojibway's Meditations

“It’s not about the time. It’s about how you spend it. Where you put your energy—”
― Emma Straub, This Time Tomorrow

“But sometimes things happen that aren’t so good. When they occur, I’ve learned that there’s not much you can do except stand tall and reach deep.”
― Katherine Applegate, Wishtree