Don't try to figure out what other people want to hear from you; figure out what you have to say. It's the one and only thing you have to offer. -Barbara Kingsolver
Barbara Kingsolver emphasizes the importance of authenticity in communication, urging individuals to focus on their own thoughts and insights rather than merely trying to please others. She suggests that true value lies in what one genuinely has to express, as this personal voice is unique and cannot be replicated. Rather than conforming to external expectations, finding and sharing one's own perspective is essential.
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