"A visionary sees the unseen possibilities in the heart of common struggles. Let this simple maxim guide your daily deeds — an essential principle for the reflective life."

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Insight & Reflection

The theme of life is universal, yet Maria Arrillaga manages to capture its essence in a uniquely profound way. Taking a moment to internalize this can shift our mindset, reminding us that our perspective on life often shapes our reality.

About Maria Arrillaga

María Arrillaga is a Puerto Rican poet who has been a professor at the University of Puerto Rico. She taught in the Spanish Department on the Rio Piedras campus. She is the author of several collections of poetry.

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