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16. Be Gentle with Yourself
So be gentle with yourself. Be kind to your mind.
It is with our minds, that we create the world. In the end - no matter how rich your life - how vast your social circle - & how supportive those who love you may be - it's ultimately just you and the voice in your head sharing a body and a brain. So be gentle with yourself. Be kind to your mind. And if you practice self compassion with kindness and consistency, your mind with be gentle in return.
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13. Unwind Your Mind
imagine that stress and tension are akin to walking around with a clenched fist. just expand your hand, and let it go.
14. Write Your Own Story
Your only job is to discover what works for you. This is your life. The expectations of others can shrink our story and sap our spirit. Allow yourself to take wrong turns and bump into corners and curbs as you discover the story that is truly yours to live. The maze is the mystery. Explore and find your way.
12. Trust Your Intuition
Your journey is yours alone.
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