Allowing yourself to follow the crevices of your heart lines is a messy process and not easy to characterize or rationalize into neat and tidy lists and boxes.

Maureen Chiquet
About This Quote

This quote is a beautiful and poignant sentiment. The author of this quote is speaking about the confusion and uncertainty that we sometimes feel when we are faced with difficult choices. She is encouraging us to honor our intuition and allow it to guide us through this process.

Source: Beyond The Label: Women, Leadership, And Success On Our Own Terms

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