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On stillness

On stillness

I sit. I watch my mother sleep.

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Feb 28, 2023
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“In an age of speed, I began to think, nothing could be more invigorating than going slow. In an age of distraction, nothing can feel more luxurious than paying attention. And in an age of constant m…

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