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lasagnamuncher's avatar

A much needed read today! I will really appreciate if you can possibly share some resources that helped you get to this point! Thank you!

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Chang Chokaski's avatar

People use all kinds of narratives (and self-talk) to change the way they feel (including their perceptions about themselves and the outer world). I understand your narratives, Caitlin, and am happy for you. Unfortunately, I have not yet come across a narrative convincing enough that does for me what "your narrative" does for you.

Also, I think our modern society has placed too much emphasis on "happiness", "positive psychology", etc. as end pursuits instead of "experiences on a purposeful journey". I don't seek/chase happiness - if it comes at times (as it invariably does for all of us) then that's good - if not, that is also acceptable. There are many more "emotions" that I feel are just as important as happiness.

I DO APPRECIATE and am grateful for all your support and encouragement (both intellectually and emotionally) in this journey that we all share in some way (sometimes even without knowing it).

Thank you and much love and solidarity!

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