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This reads as a defense of discomfort, saying that real change rarely feels graceful while it is happening. It points to confusion as the messy passage before conviction returns in a stronger form, so the line can land for someone in the middle of a hard transition, when progress feels more painful than reassuring.
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About Nikki Rowe
Nikki Rowe is a Canadian author and journalist. She is known for her work exploring the intersections of mental health, identity, and resilience, particularly through memoir and essay. Her writing often centers on navigating adversity with honesty and compassion.
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