“We insist on being Someone, with a capital S. We get security from defining ourselves as worthless or worthy, superior or inferior. We waste precious time exaggerating or romanticising or belittling ourselves with a complacent surety that yes, that’s who we are. We mistake the openness of our being—the inherent wonder and surprise of each moment—for a solid, irrefutable self. Because of this misunderstanding, we suffer.”
Yes number 4 would sum up what I realised a few years ago and still working on letting go of the addiction I fell into of only being worthy if I was continually “improving” myself. Love Pema. Her insight and her humour. Always the compassionate real talk and grounding I need 🧡
Yes, it's kinda the answer to everything.
“We insist on being Someone, with a capital S. We get security from defining ourselves as worthless or worthy, superior or inferior. We waste precious time exaggerating or romanticising or belittling ourselves with a complacent surety that yes, that’s who we are. We mistake the openness of our being—the inherent wonder and surprise of each moment—for a solid, irrefutable self. Because of this misunderstanding, we suffer.”
I love Pema - grounded, funny and inspirational.
Number 6 gave me chills! Needed to hear that today.
9 and 10 wow! Will sit with these a lot! ✨
Yes number 4 would sum up what I realised a few years ago and still working on letting go of the addiction I fell into of only being worthy if I was continually “improving” myself. Love Pema. Her insight and her humour. Always the compassionate real talk and grounding I need 🧡
Yes, it's definitely a trap in the self development industry. I love Pema too - it is her sense of humour that softens the tough love!
Wonderful, wonderful quotes. Thank you 🙏
Thank you, Emma.