Self-image is just that; an image. It isn't real, it's just an idea. But if you confuse your self-image with yourself, then you will become disgruntled when reality contradicts your image (which is inevitable, because you cannot hold a perfect image of yourself in your mind, since if you could then the image would be the reality).
Consequentially, seeking happiness by cultivating and focusing on any kind of self-image is doomed to failure. Perhaps instead of making up an idea in your mind and trying to force yourself to be that, you could try watching yourself in action and see firsthand what you really are.
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We must conquer ourselves, and allow our selves to conquer the world. |