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We mark with light in the memory the few interviews we have had with souls that made our souls wiser, that spoke what we thought, that told us what we knew, that gave us leave to be what we inly are.

We mark with light in the memory the few interviews we have

Summary

This quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson highlights the profound impact and significance of rare encounters with exceptional individuals. These encounters, which are cherished and remembered vividly, involve souls that resonate deeply with our own. These individuals possess a level of wisdom that expands our own understanding, expressing thoughts and truths that align with our own inner convictions. In these encounters, they not only validate and affirm our beliefs but also grant us the freedom to embrace and express our authentic selves.

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