Life with most teenagers was like having a low-grade bladder infection. It hurts, but you had to tough it out.
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Joy is the best makeup. But a little lipstick is a close runner-up.
Interpretation
What this quote means
True happiness comes from within, while small enhancements like makeup can boost confidence.
In this quote, Anne Lamott emphasizes that authentic joy is more valuable than any external adornment, such as makeup. She highlights that while inner happiness is paramount, small additions like lipstick can still play a role in enhancing one's self-esteem and confidence.
Themes
JoyHappinessMakeupConfidenceSelf-Esteem
In practice
Example use cases
In a motivational speech about self-love and acceptance.
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Your problem is how you are going to spend this one odd and precious life you have been issued. Whether you're going to spend it trying to look good and creating the illusion that you have power over people and circumstances, or whether you are going to taste it, enjoy it and find out the truth about who you are.
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It is hard to remember that you are a cherished spiritual being when you're burping up apple fritters and Cheetos.
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Gorgeous, amazing things come into our lives when we are paying attention: mangoes, grandnieces, Bach, ponds. This happens more often when we have as little expectation as possible. If you say, "Well, that's pretty much what I thought I'd see," you are in trouble. At that point you have to ask yourself why you are even here. [...] Astonishing material and revelation appear in our lives all the time. Let it be. Unto us, so much is given. We just have to be open for business.
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...because when people have seen you at their worst, you don't have to put on the mask as much.
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