Quote by Anna Quindlen

The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving up on being perfect and beginning the work of becoming yourself.

The thing that is really hard, and really amazing, is giving

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This quote emphasizes the challenge and the beauty of letting go of the incessant pursuit of perfection and instead focusing on the process of self-discovery and self-actualization. It implies that true fulfillment lies not in an idealized version of oneself, but in embracing the imperfections and accepting the journey of continual growth and self-realization. It suggests that the true essence of one's identity is found in the authentic and evolving self, rather than in the unattainable standard of perfection.

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