What You See Is What You Get. This is a journal blog, an explore-blog, a bit of this and that blog. Sharing where the mood takes me. Perhaps it will take you too.
Hari Om Many of us are prone to 'self-flagellation,' but that is not what this refers to. Here, it is about the analysis of one's own motives and intentions. So yes, look at the faults and deeds... but do not fall to circular self-condemnation. Instead, understand the why of thing that causes a prick to the heart or mind and become aware enough to grow from it and not allow that particular 'fault' to arise again. That is self-development. Yxx
Love it! I am pretty good at beating myself up. I have found that listing at least 5 things I am grateful for today, as I am in bed getting ready to sleep, helps me to keep my self destruction in line. I find practicing gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things I'm thankful for helps me to experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, and express more compassion and kindness.
i am and always have been way to critical of myself, i don't like me, never have and am constantly going over and over my faults.
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DeleteMany of us are prone to 'self-flagellation,' but that is not what this refers to. Here, it is about the analysis of one's own motives and intentions. So yes, look at the faults and deeds... but do not fall to circular self-condemnation. Instead, understand the why of thing that causes a prick to the heart or mind and become aware enough to grow from it and not allow that particular 'fault' to arise again. That is self-development. Yxx
Yes, about ourselves and not others. Great quote!
ReplyDeleteI am in a constant state of developing. That is what I like about age...one thinks deeper and longer
ReplyDeleteHugs Cecilia
I try my best not to regret over what happened. I tell myself: what is gone past is behind me. I need to look forward and take care in future.
ReplyDeleteLove it! I am pretty good at beating myself up. I have found that listing at least 5 things I am grateful for today, as I am in bed getting ready to sleep, helps me to keep my self destruction in line. I find practicing gratitude by taking time to notice and reflect upon the things I'm thankful for helps me to experience more positive emotions, feel more alive, sleep better, and express more compassion and kindness.
ReplyDeleteIt appears Swami has gone to the dogs, tongue in cheek. Good thing to keep in mind!
ReplyDeletenamaste, janice xx
What a great quote and a good philosophy to live by.
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