Cultivate a deep sense of selfawareness from "summary" of Finding Your Own North Star by Martha Beck
To truly know yourself, you must dive deep into the murky waters of your own psyche. This means being willing to confront your fears, insecurities, and hidden desires head-on. It requires facing the parts of yourself that you may have been avoiding or suppressing for years. It takes courage to look inward and truly see yourself for who you are, without judgment or self-criticism. Self-awareness is not just about understanding your likes and dislikes, strengths and weaknesses. It goes beyond surface-level knowledge to a profound understanding of your values, beliefs, and motivations. It is about peeling back the layers of conditioning and societal expectations to uncover the authentic core of your being. Only by delving deep into your own inner landscape can you begin to understand what truly drives you and brings you joy. Cultivating self-awareness is a jo...
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