Jack KornfieldWhen we struggle to change ourselves we, in fact, only continue the patterns of self-judgement and aggression. We keep the war against ourselves alive.
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We all have a bit of a bully in us. We all have that tendency to criticize ourselves and not feel good about ourselves. However, when we embrace our weaknesses, we can begin to learn how to deal with them and be kinder to ourselves. Instead of struggling to change our negative trait, we can embrace it and use it as a tool to learn and grow stronger as a person.
Source: A Path With Heart: A Guide Through The Perils And Promises Of Spiritual Life
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