A distinction must be made between that writing which enables us to hold on to life even as we are clinging to old hurts and wounds and that writing which offers to us a space where we are able to confront reality in such a way that we live more fully. Such writing is not an anchor that we mistakenly cling to so as not to drown. It is writing that truly rescues, that enables us to reach the shore, to recover.
Bell HooksI think we have to talk about educating the people for critical consciousness about what anarchy is.
Bell HooksOur hearts connect with lots of folks in a lifetime but most of us will go to our graves with no experience of true love.
Bell HooksI do get a little pissed at people who write me and want me to do things, and spell my name wrong.
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