Relationship with self

@neuranne I struggled with understanding this whole "enjoy the journey" idea. This was because my life had no purpose. When I found my "why", the intrinsic motivation came naturally and I no longer had to force myself to do what I should. That's when happiness... See more

Vito | Act or Regret twitter.com

Stuff happens. Your stories about it determine whether it’s manageable or not.

Dr. Steven Brownlow twitter.com

The things you think about determine the quality of your mind. Your soul takes on the color of your thoughts. —Meditations 5.16

My therapist told me this, and it changed my life: "You're not healing to be able to handle trauma, pain, anxiety, depression. You're used to those. You're healing to be able to handle joy and to accept happiness back into your life."

Quiet Wisdom substack.com

I started to talk about my fears and my hurt. I started questioning what was important to me and why

Brené Brown • Braving the Wilderness

If it is not right, do not do it; if it is not true, do not say it. —Meditations 12.17

“There is always a philosophy for lack of courage.” — Albert Camus, “Notebooks (1942–1951)”

Poet Mary Oliver on allowing yourself to be happy and full: "If you suddenly and unexpectedly feel joy, don’t hesitate. Give in to it. ...whatever it is, don’t be afraid of its plenty. Joy is not made to be a crumb."