Enjoy this re-blog from days of yore with truth that still speaks loud and clear.
Looking back on my own journey, I realize that the first step – getting to know myself, was exciting and captivating – as long as I only looked at the things I liked about myself…..
Being an observer of all aspects of ourselves – without judgment – is the hardest step of all.
As a coach, I really wanted to be good at my own personal growth that I was hard on myself when I wasn’t! While I was able to be understanding and compassionate to others, I wasn’t able to give myself that same compassion. I gave myself an A for empathy … but when it came to myself I was a poor C.
This went on for years. I thought I was evolving. Helping and supporting others. Becoming a more caring human being. Becoming more giving…..
… And then my yoga practice helped me see the truth. I was…
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Find Your Middle Ground 
I love this!!!
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Thank you 💕
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This is the only way we can give back and help guide others Val. It always begins with us! 🙂 Happy Friday
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It really does doesn’t it Karen ❣
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I have noticed that the Universe is so quick to remind me to look at all my “aspects”. As I read my books & do my exercises & notice that I seem to be overcoming my failings… WHOMP! Up pops a situation that completely knocks me off balance. And then it takes me several days to remember that being perfect isn’t the point. I’m so grateful. Thanks, Universe.
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I love this attitude and perspective MK! Thank you 💛
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I agree so much Val, it is a great challenge to learn to be kind and accepting to ourselves. It took me years too and I still fight sometimes.
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It can tie a long time Irene … A lifetime of 2 perhaps 💛
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