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Self-Image = Reality

6/26/2020

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The value we place on ourselves affects our self-image, and also affects how we are perceived by the people around us.

Our image of self affects which romantic partners we attract. In order to attract the ideal partner, we must be confident in ourselves and confident in our ability to attract that person, portraying an image of someone they would want to date.

The friendships we create and maintain are also dictated by our self-image. They are fueled by the values we have and radiate. A common Spanish proverb says "Dime con quién andas y te diré quien eres." The most appropriate English translation for this would be "Tell me who your friends are and I'll tell you who you are."

Our self-image also affects our professional lives and the opportunities which we receive (or don't receive). Depending on how we view ourselves, opportunities can stay limited and/or nonexistent, or can expand beyond what we ever thought imaginable.

The world is full of MANY realities. Our perception is OUR reality. Therefore, the way we see ourselves in this world will dictate the way in which our lives will be lived and will evolve.

There were many sources of thinking that inspired this post - thank you Janna Macik for bringing this concept to my attention and believing in me. Thank you to Steven Covey, who explores this concept in depth through his book, 
The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People, and thank you to all others who have shared a similar message and/or influenced my thinking on this topic in any way, shape, or form. I am grateful for you!
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Why We Should ALWAYS Be Striving to Improve OURSELVES

6/19/2020

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Why should we care about striving to become a better version of ourselves?

By doing so, we put ourselves in situations to create more opportunities for the things we desire in life -- having better relationships, gaining more wealth, and the list continues.

Sure it's about us, but it's more about the people and places around us. By making ourselves better, we are creating a better world for the generations to come.

By investing the time into learning more about ourselves and others, and ingesting useful knowledge, we are eliminating our fear of the unknown, therefore reducing hate, and ultimately decreasing violence.
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Are You Curious?

6/12/2020

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Curiosity is a natural phenomenon. Human beings are curious. Dogs are curious. Most beings are curious.

We should channel our curiosity in positive ways. Let's use it to show genuine interest in others and to learn more about their stories. Let's use it to find out more about life and the world we live in.

Let's make sure to be self-aware however, and not be too intrusive or aggressive with our questioning. Let's ensure that our curiosity doesn't rear its head through negative emotions such as jealousy.

In what ways does curiosity affect your life?
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Objectivity - It Isn't Easy But It's Important

6/5/2020

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Being objective is extremely difficult to do. Especially when the topic is one that is strongly tied to our emotions.

Our realities are subjective and based on our opinions and experiences. Most of us live our lives by the stories we tell ourselves, convinced that they constitute reality. Most people will listen to and agree with information that supports their argument, and will fail to acknowledge contradictory perspectives. We usually fail to realize that our stories constitute OUR reality, and that OUR reality is ONE reality, not THE ONE AND ONLY reality. Our ability to recognize and understand this concept is INCREDIBLY POWERFUL.

If we are able to step outside of a situation and observe only the facts, it can help us to see other perspectives. This is however, much easier said than done.
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