"The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself."
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About Anna Quindlen
Anna Quindlen is an American author, journalist, and Pulitzer Prize-winning columnist known for her insightful and thought-provoking writings on social issues, women's rights, and family life. She has authored several bestselling novels and non-fiction works that have resonated with readers around the world. Quindlen's writing often reflects her advocacy for gender equality and her compassionate exploration of human experiences.
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