"The best thing you can possibly do with your life is to tackle the motherfucking shit out of it."

Cheryl Strayed (1968)
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About Cheryl Strayed

Cheryl Strayed is an American writer known for her memoir 'Wild', which recounts her solo hike along the Pacific Crest Trail as a way to heal from a series of personal tragedies. Born in 1968 in Spangler, Pennsylvania, Strayed's writing often explores themes of grief, loss, and resilience. Besides 'Wild', she has also written bestselling books such as 'Tiny Beautiful Things' and 'Brave Enough'. Strayed is a prominent voice in contemporary literature, offering readers raw and honest portrayals of the human experience.

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