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Self Reflection & Hard truths
- Nov 6, 2009 at 6:55 PM
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I am a writer. That first sentence is very simple. Yet it takes more than you know to write. I'm a person that when I observe flaws in a friend, I do not normally hesitate to point them out. I'm pretty much very forward and honest no matter how scathing. Its harsh, but true. So when I look at myself, I can do no other than treat myself the same way. I've been doing a little self-exploring. I have noticed a quality in myself that I do not like. I intend to change, no let me rephrase, I will change this attitude. You see, I've come to the realization that I sabotage myself in my projects because I'm afraid of success. Which seems silly right? However silly it may be, its the truth.
Have I told my friends that I once wanted to become a psychologist? I've found many truths in the study of psychology. So I decided to look up this little phobia. Jane Chin PH.D says that this fear my come from a deeply ingrained belief that we do not deserve to succeed. For me, I think this is not true. I know I deserve to succeed. My reason, is that while we struggle financially, I'm otherwise happy. To succeed is to change my life, and while I may improve one aspect of my life, I have no wish for that change to alter my personal life. Of course, it would. For the positive or negative no one knows.
Dr. Chin suggests that we not ignore our fears. Rather to acknowledge them, and then take steps toward success in spite of those fears. I think that is all anyone can do. So here's to the next step in writing, and grasping my goal.
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Attagirl! I'm so proud of you for admitting that you are a writer living an interesting life! Woo-hoo!
Your life can change for the better, not for the worse, too, doll, very easily.
You know, I think when we're in the crucible, struggling for long periods of time, we can forget that life can be easy, fun, & very, very good!
*clink* Here's to your every success, however you define that, love, now & always! Cheers!
Hugs...Ceci
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