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Claudia Lee's avatar

What a beautiful piece! Thank you for reminding us of how important it is to be authentic.

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Michell C. Clark's avatar

Deeply appreciate you!

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catluvvr's avatar

This is exactly how it plays out.

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Susan Cathro's avatar

The questions you pose are great starting places for exploring the power of one’s voice. The ability to speak up, to express ourselves empowers our presence and brings more of our authentic self into the conversation. Great piece Michell 🙏💫

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Jackie Johnson's avatar

Such a beautiful piece! Sometimes I embrace my own authenticity, and other times I shrink back, hiding my true self. Thank you for this reminder of the beauty and benefits that come with speaking up and being true to myself. ❤️

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Raine Crandall's avatar

I am at a point of a still wavering voice and got a grant to support my fellow trans siblings in my city. I am so nervous, afraid I’ll mess up, and also know I have new people I can ask for help when needed. Listening to you, Michell, and so many other people has given me more confidence. Trusting more in myself. Thank you.

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Walt Pegues Jr.'s avatar

Powerful 🙏🏾

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Hope Griffin Diaz's avatar

This. Wow. I've been holding back on something because I know how upset it will make some family members (whom I don't really interact with much). Why? I don't need them. Their opinion isn't needed in order for me to do what I have held back on. Ugh. Years of waste.

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Michell C. Clark's avatar

It's such a tough barrier to break through, especially when family is involved. Cheering for you, Hope!

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Hope Griffin Diaz's avatar

Thank you so much.🤟🧡

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d. Zenani Mzube's avatar

Thank you so much. It was the one email that I opened and really needed to read this morning.

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Michell C. Clark's avatar

I'm so happy it spoke to you!

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Lodestarwytch's avatar

"Finding your voice isn't the end of the journey" 🙏❤️

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Malika Ritchie's avatar

The nourishment this provided a soaring spirit within me hungry for hope that it indeed ok to fly free. Thank you, immensely. 🥹🙂‍↕️👋🏾🫶🏾

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Pamela Schifano's avatar

BEAUTIFUL ❤️

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