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"Don't Hesitate" by Mary Oliver

"Don't Hesitate" by Mary Oliver

A reflective poem encouraging the embrace of joy by Mary Oliver

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  • Cristina Sciarra
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    “Life advice”

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  • Rob
    Rob

    “Joy is not meant to be a crumb.”

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  • Em
    Em

    “A poem I like coming back to whenever I need a reminder that one must find joy in life, spark joy in others and create an abundance of joy. It can be a powerful thing!”

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