We want autonomy for ourselves and safety for those we love. That remains the main problem and paradox for the frail. Many of the things that we want… - Atul Gawande

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We want autonomy for ourselves and safety for those we love. That remains the main problem and paradox for the frail. Many of the things that we want for those we care about are things that we would adamantly oppose for ourselves because they would infringe upon our sense of self.

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