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Old Nov 11, 2008, 11:20 AM
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Zloppy, you ask how. First step is admitting that there is a problem that can be fixed. The next step is complete self understanding. This requires stopping the denial and looking honestly at yourself. Sit with yourself in any situation. Pay attention. How do you feel? What is going on around you? How are you reacting to everything? This is what you need to understand about yourself. Next is why. Why am I reacting like this to this situation?
This requires that you somehow give yourself permission to look at your self in all its facets and not judge. Look and think and learn. Depending on your upbringing, looking at your own self without harsh condemnation may be difficult. Give your self permission.
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Thanks for this!
Sannah