Letting go is sometimes necessary for growth from "summary" of Where We Belong by Emily Giffin
In life, we often find ourselves holding onto things that no longer serve us. Whether it's a toxic relationship, a dead-end job, or a dream that no longer aligns with who we are, letting go can be incredibly difficult. But sometimes, in order to grow and evolve, we must be willing to release what is holding us back. This theme of relinquishing the past in order to move forward is a central concept in the novel "Where We Belong" by Emily Giffin. The protagonist, Marian, is forced to confront her past when her daughter, Kirby, shows up on her doorstep unannounced. Kirby's arrival brings up a multitude of emotions for Marian, forcing her to reexamine the choices she made in her youth and the impact they had on her present life. Throughout the novel, Marian struggles with the idea of letting go of the past in order to embrace the future. She grapples with feelings of guilt, regret, and fear, unsure of how to move forward witho...
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