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I had everything Id hoped for, but I wasnt being myself. So I deci

I had everything Id hoped for, but I wasnt being myself. So I decided to be honest about who I was. It was strange: The people who loved me for being funny suddenly didnt like me for being… me. – Ellen DeGeneres

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My dad is still Christian Scientist. My moms not, and Im not. But I believe in God, and that theres a higher power and an intelligence thats bigger than us and that we can rely on. Its not just us, thinking we are the ones in control of everything. That idea gives me support. – Ellen DeGeneres

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I was raised in an atmosphere of everythings fine. But as I got older, I was like, Well no, everythings not fine. There is stuff thats sad. I am a really sensitive person. I think I am too sensitive sometimes. – Ellen DeGeneres

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