“Why are you unhappy? Because 99.9 percent of everything you think, and of everything you do, is for yourself—and there isn’t one.”
~ Wei Wu Wei
I laughed out loud when I came across this quote.
It’s a shocking truth.
When we realize that we are not the CEO of our little universe and that the sun doesn’t revolve around us, we can get over ourselves.
When we see that we are not alone and separate, and that we are a part of something so much bigger, life lightens up … a lot!
So stop thinking and doing, reading self help books, seeking out the advice of others, wondering what others think of you, and coming from a mindset of “not enough.”
Instead, keep tuning inwards and fall in love with the essence of who you are.
Let unhappiness dissolve in this space.
Namaste
Find Your Middle Ground 
That person you describe above…for sure, me in my 20’s. Wouldn’t go back if you paid me !! Age comes with some huge benefits. Thanks, Val.
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It is a lesson that comes with experience and over time. Others call this wisdom. Thank you for being here my wise friend 💛
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He was an interesting man, for sure — Anglo-Irish, if your readers are unsure — from a very wealthy family; second marriage was to a Georgian princess, and before her a Russian noblewoman (Rimsky-Korsakov). His books can be a bit of a headache, but brilliant at the same time. Great post, Val. H ❤
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Fascinated about the Anglo-Irish bit. It can be a great combo when let run wild.
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I can imagine Jean … especially when you add intelligence and imagination into the mix. Thank you 💛
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Thank you Hariod, for adding this context for others.
He isn’t an easy read, but he does have some great “sound bites” to refect on 💛
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Excellent.. Learning to fall in love with Self.. 🙂 is the best thing I ever did. 🙂 🙂 And that is not selfish… But honouring ourselves.. Well, you know exactly what I mean.. 🙂 Big Smiles.. 😂
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Big smiles to you hardworking heart warming Sue! 💕
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🙂 Hugs back Val 💞
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Thanks Val for a reminder about something I recently I let slip!
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Thank you Joan for being human … and being here 💕
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Great post Val, we are not alone, but together in this here, even if many feels very lonely.
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Thank you Irene for your presence and connection. 💕
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I love to visit your blog Val, I have just been down with a cold for about a week, so have been much behind in my visits around the blog world in same time.
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Now that’s taking it to a new level, Val — great reminder, and as always, my thanks and best wishes.
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He does take it to a new level doesn’t he, Jet? Glad you enjoyed it. 💛
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So, so true, Val. But, then again, so, so difficult to achieve. While I am a great proponent of trying to live in the sunshine, metaphorically speaking, I do worry that many may see this as a hurdle too high to jump over and I do fear for those that fear such failure.
It’s always OK to fail so long as one understands the importance of always trying to ‘win’; always to take it each moment at a time. Sheryl Sandberg comes to mind…
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Thank you for this perspective Paul. I am more of an advocate of living in the light, shadow and darkness that is a part of all of our human lives. I believe that the light is something that is within us all. Fear and ego prevents us from tuning into it. There is no winning or losing… just being. 💕
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Great quote, Val. I love the idea of “getting over ourselves.” What a relief that is!
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It surely is Diana! It’s a bit of a theme this week, as I am in touch with some folks who are struggling with this. Thank you for being here 💛
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That is funny, thanks for sharing
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So glad you enjoyed it 💛
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Who we think we are often is a figment of our imagination! 😀
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Especially if one believes we make up everything anyway ❣
Thanks Nancy.
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Yes, getting over ourselves. So simple yet so huge! ❤ Great quote and post!
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The big things in life usually come down to simple essence. Thank you Mary for your kind words 💕
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Truth
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Yes, simple. It’s too simple for most people, but yes. xo
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And therein lies a clue to what matters. Thank you Bela 💛
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I think I have just fallen prey to another self-help book. 🙂 But if this one helps me tune inwards and fall in love with the essence of who I am, then it shouldn’t be too bad. Thank you for the reminder that we tend to make a whole lot of fuss about nothing.
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It does become a lot of fuss as we explore … it’s only afterwards we see it was simple after all ❤️ Awareness opens up new ways of seeing things. Thank you!
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Smiling now. So true, Val ❤
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We have to always keep reminding ourselves that there is a bigger plan. Great post.
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namaste!!
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Jai Jignesh ❣️
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Short. True. Great.
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Thank you 💛
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Mam your words are serene….💝 Love the way write
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Thank you so much. Peace be with you 💛
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