Love and fear represent two different lenses through which to view the world. Which I choose to use will determine what I think I see.
MARIANNE WILLIAMSON
MARIANNE WILLIAMSON
Marianne Williamson on determination
Marianne Williamson109 quotes“Love and fear represent two different lenses through which to view the world. Which I choose to use will determine what I think I see.”
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