We can say what we need to say. We can gently, but assertively, speak …

Melody Beattie
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We can say what we need to say. We can gently, but assertively, speak our mind. We do not need to be judgmental, tactless, blaming or cruel when we speak our truths. ✨ Melody Beattie (2013). Melody Beattie 4 Title Bundle: Codependent No More and 3 Other Best Sellers by Melody Beattie: A collection of four Melody Beattie best sellers, Hazelden Publishing
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