Returning To Your Roots: How To Feel At Ease With Yourself In The Presence Of Others
Each family possesses a unique dynamic for better or for worse. But by stepping over that threshold knowing that no matter what is said or not, nothing is personal
Each family possesses a unique dynamic for better or for worse. But by stepping over that threshold knowing that no matter what is said or not, nothing is personal
If and when you make the decision to love yourself, you will transmit it to others and they too can learn from your example. It becomes a collective exchange.
But what if time was only viewed as a structure of organization? Perhaps it could ease the sense of urgency, but could allow us to grow and expand into our highest potential on our own accord. Of course this is not to devalue time’s importance and universal use, but rather merely highlighting its linear form.
The mind is incredibly powerful. It has the ability to learn, absorb, analyze, process, and reflect while guiding us to make simple and complex decisions on a daily basis.
Although I developed a successful career, I felt void as I missed out on the simple beauties and pleasures of everyday life; conversations with family members, enjoying a Sunday brunch with friends, admiring the beautiful collections at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and a long-term relationship dissolved.
All we need to do is let it open up and unfold naturally and the “why” will no longer matter.
“You know, Marisa, that solutions to many of life’s problems come directly from the lines in a book?”
I am grateful to be alive to appreciate every day of my life.
Nowadays, we have many choices — at times too many whether it be with various partners, job possibilities, studies, or simply choosing a book to read, a playlist to listen to, or a dinner entrée while dining out. We’ve also become accustomed to keeping one foot in while having the other foot out.
Lucina asked, “Silvio, have I ever said I love you?” With a gentle smile and a shaking of his head, “No,” he replied. “But do you know that I love you?” “Of course.”