Where Does Confidence Come From?

Where Does Confidence Come From?

You know that woman who always seems at ease? The one you’re secretly admiring and (maybe just a little bit) resenting… She communicates clearly. She sets good boundaries. She is certain of her choices. She embraces who she is and is approachable at the same time. She’s got what you see as authentic confidence. How did she get it? Did she learn it, or was she born with it?

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How This Trauma Facilitated A Miracle

How This Trauma Facilitated A Miracle

I met with a person yesterday who lacked compassion and kindness. At first I saw her as outside of myself, and then I realized she was a part of me that I’d disowned. At this point I realized how hurtful I am when I allow this part of me to act up and act out…and I decided to exercise more kindness and compassion toward myself. By doing this, I fully believe I’ll be more kind and compassionate toward others. And isn’t that how we create world peace, one interaction at a time?

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