Even the wealthiest professional woman can be "brought down" by being in a relationship where she longs to be loved and is consistently lied to. To the degree that she trusts her male companion, lying and other forms of betrayal will most likely shatter her self-confidence and self-esteem.
Bell HooksBecause we have learned to believe negativity is more realistic, it appears more real than any positive voice.
Bell HooksIt's in the act of having to do things that you don't want to that you learn something about moving past the self. Past the ego.
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