Cara: I used to believe everything my brother told me, because he was older and I figured he knew more about the world. But as it turns out, being a grown-up doesn't mean you're fearless. It just means you fear different things.

Jodi Picoult
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All of us have our reasons for doing what we do, but the best reasoning is to have your heart in the right place. This is what gives you the courage to stand up for what you believe in.

Source: Lone Wolf

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