The most beautiful people we have known
are those who have known defeat,
known suffering, known struggle, known lose,
and have found their way out of the depths.
These persons have an appreciation, a sensitivity,
and an understanding of life
that fills them with compassion, gentleness,
and a deep loving concern.
Beautiful people do not just happen.
- Elisabeth Kubler-Ross
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