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torilink · 04-09-2008, 02:16 PM

I think what you are describing is normal for all humans with a functioning egoic mind - you want to feel special.

we always try to find validation of our specialness outside the self, in relationships, things, careers, money, etc. - but it won't be found there.

You really need to just accept your experience - warts and all, and when you get to that spot of accepting exactly where you are right now, then begin visualizing your life as you desire it.

I'd start two lists - one of what you love about your life right now - and the other list about what you desire to experience that would bring you greater joy.

but it all starts right where you are and realizing that nobody but you can make you feel whole/complete.

04-09-2008, 02:16 PM	#2 (permalink)
torilink Family Member Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 1,123	I think what you are describing is normal for all humans with a functioning egoic mind - you want to feel special. we always try to find validation of our specialness outside the self, in relationships, things, careers, money, etc. - but it won't be found there. You really need to just accept your experience - warts and all, and when you get to that spot of accepting exactly where you are right now, then begin visualizing your life as you desire it. I'd start two lists - one of what you love about your life right now - and the other list about what you desire to experience that would bring you greater joy. but it all starts right where you are and realizing that nobody but you can make you feel whole/complete.