The more you understand yourself, the more you'll understand others. The less you understand yourself, the less you'll understand others. Empathy for others begins with empathy for yourself.
You don't need everyone to like you. If you be yourself, you'll attract those with similar values and repel the rest. Better to be yourself surrounded by people who care about you than to be someone you're not surrounded by people who criticize you.
When your kids trigger you, they're activating a part of you that hasn't yet healed—a part that you may have distanced yourself from. By healing this part of yourself, you do more than just become whole; you also stop the cycle of trauma from being passed down to your children.
"Seek and see the wonders that surround you. You will get tired of looking only at yourself and all this effort will make you deaf and blind to everything else.".— Carlos Castaneda, The Teachings Of Don Juan.
If you are fortunate, a day will come when you no longer need to work. But your real work will have only just begun. Your ability to discover joy in life won't depend on what you've accomplished; it will depend on whether you have slain your inner demons.
Our language creates our reality. "We are literally the creators of our own worlds. It is that in using language we create distinctions where none exist." .— James P. Carse.
Relying only on external praise for self-worth leaves you at its mercy. When it fades, so can your confidence. Build inner strength and be unfazed by the changing tides of validation.
Preparation is key, but mastering your mind and body in high-stakes moments is crucial. Without calm, even the best prep can falter. To truly win, command both the game and yourself.
In high stakes situations, slow down and take a deep breath. A racing mind isn't always the fastest route to optimal performance. Find calm to elevate your game.