Thinking for yourself and making your own decisions can be frightening. Letting go of other peopleâ€™s expectations can leave you feeling empty for a time. And yet seeing yourself as an independent adult who can stand up for your own choices frees you to accept yourself as you are.

Ellen Bass

Ellen Bass

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