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Debby Waldman-What To Believe's avatar

I love that you shared the bad news the way you so often share the good, and I especially love the message therein—that when you share, people open up to you. It's how we build community and that's so important. XO

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Jennifer Chen's avatar

Thank you, friend! We need to know we're not alone. Thank you for always supporting me!

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Debby Waldman-What To Believe's avatar

always!

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Aurelia d'Andrea's avatar

It's hard sometimes to imagine someone as accomplished and gifted as you ever feeling self-doubt. I'm sorry you didn't get the NYT position (their loss!), but that just creates more space for you to connect with the gig that's perfect for you. Bon courage!

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Jennifer Chen's avatar

Thank you so much, Aurelia! I appreciate this beautiful note.

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Evelyn Tyler's avatar

It was a pleasure meeting you (too briefly for you to remember, I'm sure) at the BookFest in Burbank. I was so pleased to see the turnout! Thanks for writing about your bad day. We all have them but we don't all admit to it, and thereby miss out on support. Best wishes!

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Jennifer Chen's avatar

Wonderful meeting you too! Thanks so much for your kind wishes. Hope you had a wonderful time at the Burbank book festival!

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Jennifer Chen's avatar

Thank you! I love "pauses, rests, and breaks for joy, fun, and beauty." Will take that into my week!

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