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Michael Alcantara's avatar

Finally. The truth.

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Oliver N Mark's avatar

the way you describe it as a practice is so accurate. because it is constant work.

that part that wants to fit in, that wants to be seen by others

sometimes, i think that part that actually wants to sit at the table,

and not build its own...

sure, it exists to keep us alive, yet comes with a price.

the price of a little bit less integrity... maybe that's the pang that accompanies the chameleon-like skin shift we do to keep others happy.

maybe its not the feeling we rocked the boat that hurts, but the loss of integrity... hmm...

i enjoyed this read, it made me reflect on how people pleasing, procrastination, whatever it may be... things we often call 'flaws' are not flaws, but part of the human design.

and the work is not to fix them, but just in shining light on them, widening the gap between impulse and response. understanding them.

thank you for your openness, and realness here Bryan. its inspiring.

p.s. funnily enough, right now i notice my thoughts:

"is this a good comment? does it make me look like ive read everything properly?"

"are people going to like this comment?" "is Bryan going to like it?"

wild...

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