So glad someone took the initiative to talk about how people are uneducated when it comes to understanding themselves, it's important to talk about this and kudos to you for talking about this!
I’ve always thought what drives human behaviour is that we need to have certain needs met. Tony Robbins talks about the 6 human needs and I see a lot of merit in them (certainty, variety, love/connection, significance, growth, and contribution are the words he uses I also add in authenticity)
I agree with you. Knowing ourselves is very important to lead a life and relationships that resembles us. But I would add that we need to love ourselves, to love what we discover about ourselves for if we loathe what’s inside, we will end up living our life trying to be someone else, miserable and full of anger.
For sure, self-love is key to genuinely embracing who we are. It's a journey to accept and love the various parts of ourselves, especially those that might be harder to face. Just curious Geraldine, how do you practice self-love, or what helps you connect with that acceptance and affection for yourself?
It was a very long journey, my friend! But it started with an exercise that I read about in one of Louise Hay’s book. I looked at myself in a mirror, said Hi and smiled at me. Much tears were shared that day and the following but I acknowledge my existence as a person that day, not as someone’s daughter, girlfriend, secretary... Very slowly, for years, I began to become aware of who I was, what brought me joy, what kind of relationships I wanted, what were my special skills, we all have several, how I was suppose to use them and what kind of person I wanted to be in the world. Basically, I arrived to the conclusion that I was a good person and, as such, very likable. I treat myself as I would treat my best friend, with love and compassion, without judgement and I never ever compare myself to anyone for we are all very different and life is not a competition, merely a school of love. I hope my very long response answered your question somehow.
Geraldine, I must say what a beautiful and transformative journey you've described! Using Louise Hay's exercise as a starting point and building a relationship with yourself through self-recognition and acceptance is deeply inspiring. I can tell that you've put a lot of heart and thought into nurturing your own self-love, and treating yourself like your best friend is such a powerful approach.
I also like your perspective on life as a school of love, not a competition. It's refreshing in today's time.
Thank you for sharing this, Geraldine, for the lovely reminders of the importance of compassion and kindness towards ourselves.
People act chaotic and childish because they don't know themselves, they don't know who are they. To know ourselves we need to observe our thoughts, habits, reactions;our inspiration, our truth. We are the books we read, the movies we watch, the music we listen, the art in your home..
So glad someone took the initiative to talk about how people are uneducated when it comes to understanding themselves, it's important to talk about this and kudos to you for talking about this!
Thank you Subha. I will not let you down 🌞
My husband and I got officially divorced today. This story gave me more depth into the separation. Thank you.
Paul, I'm so sorry to hear that. If it helps and you need a listening ear, my DM is open just for you.
Stay strong, Paul.
I’ve always thought what drives human behaviour is that we need to have certain needs met. Tony Robbins talks about the 6 human needs and I see a lot of merit in them (certainty, variety, love/connection, significance, growth, and contribution are the words he uses I also add in authenticity)
I agree with you. Knowing ourselves is very important to lead a life and relationships that resembles us. But I would add that we need to love ourselves, to love what we discover about ourselves for if we loathe what’s inside, we will end up living our life trying to be someone else, miserable and full of anger.
For sure, self-love is key to genuinely embracing who we are. It's a journey to accept and love the various parts of ourselves, especially those that might be harder to face. Just curious Geraldine, how do you practice self-love, or what helps you connect with that acceptance and affection for yourself?
It was a very long journey, my friend! But it started with an exercise that I read about in one of Louise Hay’s book. I looked at myself in a mirror, said Hi and smiled at me. Much tears were shared that day and the following but I acknowledge my existence as a person that day, not as someone’s daughter, girlfriend, secretary... Very slowly, for years, I began to become aware of who I was, what brought me joy, what kind of relationships I wanted, what were my special skills, we all have several, how I was suppose to use them and what kind of person I wanted to be in the world. Basically, I arrived to the conclusion that I was a good person and, as such, very likable. I treat myself as I would treat my best friend, with love and compassion, without judgement and I never ever compare myself to anyone for we are all very different and life is not a competition, merely a school of love. I hope my very long response answered your question somehow.
Geraldine, I must say what a beautiful and transformative journey you've described! Using Louise Hay's exercise as a starting point and building a relationship with yourself through self-recognition and acceptance is deeply inspiring. I can tell that you've put a lot of heart and thought into nurturing your own self-love, and treating yourself like your best friend is such a powerful approach.
I also like your perspective on life as a school of love, not a competition. It's refreshing in today's time.
Thank you for sharing this, Geraldine, for the lovely reminders of the importance of compassion and kindness towards ourselves.
My pleasure, Sol!
People act chaotic and childish because they don't know themselves, they don't know who are they. To know ourselves we need to observe our thoughts, habits, reactions;our inspiration, our truth. We are the books we read, the movies we watch, the music we listen, the art in your home..
I couldn’t say it any better than you, Joy. True wisdom starts with self. Thank you for sharing 😊