“You think your pain and your heartbreak are unprecedented in the history of the world, but then you read”
— James Baldwin
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When you're feeling really sad or hurt, it can seem like nobody else has ever felt this way before. But if you read books or listen to other people's stories, you will realize that many others have been through tough times too. For example, imagine losing a job and feeling hopeless, then reading about someone like J.K. Rowling, who was rejected by many publishers before becoming successful with the Harry Potter series. This shows you that you're not alone and that others have overcome similar struggles. By seeing how they dealt with their pain, you can find hope and strength to get through your own problems. It helps to know that your feelings are part of the human experience and that others have found ways to heal and move on.
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