Maya AngelouMaking a decision to write was a lot like deciding to jump into a frozen lake.
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When I first started writing, I did not know how to get my thoughts on paper. Once I had decided that I wanted to write, it became a lot easier. The same is true when you decide to quit your job and move on to something new. The more you decide, the more likely something will happen.
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