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35 Captivating Facts About Anne Frank And Her Family

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Anne, Otto, and other family members at Miep Gies’ wedding. Anne Frank.org. 

9. Anne Frank Opened Up About Her Emotional And Mental Health In Her Diary

Pages of Anne Frank’s diary. History.

Most of us cannot even begin to imagine what living a life of hiding is like. But, through the pages of Anne’s diary, we can start to understand a little more. Anne wrote about everything in her diary as it became her companion. She felt it would never judge her. 

Along with writing about the daily struggles the members of the annex faced, Anne discussed her own psychological and emotional health. In February 1944, Anne wrote, “I’ve reached the point where I hardly care whether I live or die.” Later she admitted she shakes off her cares as she writes. 

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