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How to Walk Through Walls

What's Important? • 22 implied HN points • 11 Dec 24
🎭️ Culture Self-discovery Narrative Mental health Personal Growth Life Decisions
  1. Building emotional walls can lead to isolation and unhappiness. It's easy to forget the joys outside when we focus too much on our own safety.
  2. Following your passion over financial security can lead to a more fulfilling life. Sometimes, it's important to prioritize personal happiness over money.
  3. Facing fears can help break down barriers in life. It’s often our fears that keep us stuck, and understanding them can lead to a brighter future.

The day they gave us legs

escape the algorithm • 159 implied HN points • 14 Oct 22
🎭️ Culture Art Emotions Identity Relationships Self-discovery
  1. On the day they gave us legs, we danced and celebrated the newfound ability to walk, dance, and explore the world with legs.
  2. When they gave us hearts, we felt love and connection, cherishing moments of intimacy and shared experiences.
  3. Receiving new eyes allowed us to see the world differently, experiencing emotions deeply and realizing the power within ourselves.

What I Ought To Be Doing: Planting and Growing

polymathematics • 139 implied HN points • 13 Mar 23
🎭️ Culture Creativity Identity Self-discovery Personal Development Artistic expression
  1. Exploring multiple interests is important. You don’t have to stick to one path, and trying new things can lead to personal growth.
  2. Finding what you love is a journey. It's crucial to pay attention to how activities make you feel and find the right mix of skills and enjoyment.
  3. Impact matters in your work. Think about how what you do can benefit the world, and remember that it's fine to have hobbies outside of your career.
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A Logical Case For Throwing the Fear Out

Tessa Fights Robots • 38 implied HN points • 12 Mar 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Destiny Spirituality Beliefs Free will Self-discovery
  1. Courage is innate, and the key is to find and use it, reminding ourselves that we are not accidents or victims, but capable of overcoming challenges and making the world more beautiful.
  2. Reflecting on the contrast between empowering beliefs and institutional views can help us understand the impact of framing human potential negatively.
  3. Facing pain can lead to uncovering our gifts and transforming it into love, as we remember our worth and spiritual validity, ultimately diminishing the power of fear.

Charting Your Course: The Journey of Self-Discovery

Wayne's Earth • 19 implied HN points • 03 Feb 24
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Self-discovery Stoicism Personal Growth Philosophy
  1. Embrace Seneca's philosophy: 'Find a path or make one.' This is a call to action to take charge of your journey, either by discovering existing paths or creating new ones.
  2. Explore existing paths before deciding. Just like reading reviews before trying a new restaurant, knowing what's out there can help you make informed choices.
  3. Equip yourself with the right tools for your journey. Whether gaining skills, seeking knowledge, or finding mentors, preparation is key to navigating life's challenges.

Notes from the Week (Week 34 & 35)

Notes in the Margins • 19 implied HN points • 03 Sep 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Self-discovery Personal Growth Reflection
  1. The author has been learning unique things about themselves recently, which has solidified their understanding of certain characteristics and behaviors.
  2. Through experiences like book club choices, the author has discovered aspects of themselves, such as being a Parisian Perfectionist and having a conflict between desiring to be liked and being authentic.
  3. As the author coaches individuals, they find themselves learning valuable lessons about themselves and embracing who they have become.

Economising Experiences

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 19 implied HN points • 08 Mar 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Teachings Self-discovery
  1. Economizing experiences can prolong life according to Gurdjieff, who viewed experiences as impressions received and stored, suggesting a link between the quality of experiences and inner development.
  2. Gurdjieff emphasized the importance of being aware during the reception of new impressions to reclaim the birthright of remembering oneself.
  3. There are warnings about the limited time available to receive new impressions and the premature 'unwinding' of experiential 'rolls' which can lead to inner emptiness.

A Letter from the Abyss

David Spinks' Newsletter • 15 implied HN points • 29 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Self-discovery Wellness Practices Personal Growth
  1. Being in the 'abyss' involves moments of surrender, introspection, and deep self-discovery, often triggered by significant life changes or challenges.
  2. Navigating the 'neutral zone' can lead to profound psychological realignments and transformations as individuals transition from the old to the new.
  3. Embracing the 'abyss' allows for exploration of personal 'enoughness' and the importance of inner work, leading to a deeper sense of balance and peace in life.

Discovering True Happiness: A Journey Beyond the Hedonic Treadmill

Anima Mundi • 41 implied HN points • 30 Apr 23
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Happiness Philosophy Self-awareness Self-discovery Spirituality
  1. The hedonic treadmill keeps us chasing fleeting pleasures, leading to stress and emptiness.
  2. True happiness, as Krishnamurti believed, stems from self-awareness and embracing the full spectrum of human experience.
  3. To cultivate true happiness, focus on self-awareness, meaningful activities, accepting discomfort, and pursuing knowledge and profound experiences.

Taking the Time to Ask the Questions

Notes in the Margins • 19 implied HN points • 26 Sep 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Reflection Self-discovery
  1. Focus on asking important questions about your life and future goals to guide your journey.
  2. Identify and prioritize your personal core values to make decisions aligned with what truly matters to you.
  3. Taking the time to define your values can bring focus and clarity for the next chapter of your life, helping you treat yourself with grace and practice agency.

How to Curate Your Own Midlife Crisis

The Reclamation Era • 2 HN points • 04 Mar 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Mental health Life Changes Personal Growth Self-discovery Parenting
  1. Midlife can feel like a time of big questions about who we really are. It's a moment to reflect on our lives and make changes if we need to.
  2. Going through difficult times, like health issues or family challenges, can lead to personal growth. Embracing these challenges can help us find new paths and passions.
  3. Taking time for self-discovery is important. Looking deep inside ourselves and exploring our feelings can lead to better understanding and make us feel more fulfilled.

#13: Revelation and discovery

The Uncertainty Mindset (soon to become tbd) • 39 implied HN points • 29 Jan 20
💼 Business Career development Organizational Behavior Personal Growth Self-discovery Leadership
  1. Uncertainty can either be forced on you or something you look for yourself. Knowing this helps you manage how you respond to it.
  2. It's important to take action when faced with unexpected uncertainty. Doing something can help you regain control and find new paths.
  3. When you decide to explore uncertainty on purpose, make sure you have a way to pull back if it gets overwhelming. This could be a mentor or a checklist to guide you.

what do i do with my life?

Both Are True • 2 HN points • 27 Feb 24
🏥 Health & Wellness Personal Growth Career development Self-discovery Life Advice Mindfulness
  1. It's okay to feel unsure about your life path and make changes to find your true calling. Sometimes trying different things can help you narrow down your options.
  2. Life is not a straightforward journey and it's normal to face challenges and uncertainties along the way. Embrace the chaotic nature of life and be open to exploration.
  3. Seek advice and guidance from people in fields you are interested in to gain insights and clarity about your career path. It's okay to ask for help and learn from others' experiences.

Fragments, Chapter 1 - pp.9-15

Journal of Gurdjieff Studies • 0 implied HN points • 16 Sep 22
⛪ Faith & Spirituality Teachings Self-discovery Beliefs
  1. The reading club delves into 'Fragments' by P.D. Ouspensky's 'In Search of the Miraculous' to discuss elements like group organization and secrecy in teachings.
  2. Gurdjieff's approach involves significant financial contributions from members, self-study, and limitations on revealing teachings to prevent misinterpretation.
  3. The concept of self-knowing, temporary testing conditions, and the importance of understanding oneself before making promises or commitments are emphasized in the group's philosophy.

This guy said I charge too much for coaching

Penelope Trunk's Substack • 0 implied HN points • 19 Aug 23
🏥 Health & Wellness Coaching Self-discovery Personal Growth Emotional Well-being
  1. Sometimes it's important to assess if families can afford the services you provide, balancing financial concerns with the value you offer.
  2. Giving children focused attention and emotional security can help them grow up to be confident and caring individuals.
  3. Being open to self-reflection and breaking away from personal archetypes can lead to newfound possibilities and growth.

Adolescence Is No Picnic

Are You Okay? • 0 implied HN points • 27 Jun 22
🏥 Health & Wellness Body Image Self-discovery Identity Mental health
  1. Amy Chua's success was influenced by her parents' strict 'tough love' parenting style, teaching her resilience and ethnic pride.
  2. Adolescence can be challenging, especially today with the pressure to belong and social media influence.
  3. Struggling with body image and identity during adolescence is common, but changing your body may not resolve underlying self-doubt.

Finding Meaning with Imagination

Homo Ludens • 0 implied HN points • 07 Jul 19
🎭️ Culture Imagination Gaming Fantasy Self-discovery Social Connections
  1. Imagination allows us to explore possibilities and perspectives beyond reality, helping us find meaning in unexpected places.
  2. The current economic system may strip the world of true meaning and push individuals to seek purpose elsewhere, like in the realm of imagination.
  3. Engaging in activities like gaming, world-building, and fandom can provide a sense of belonging, purpose, and fulfillment that traditional societal norms sometimes fail to deliver.

The Scarlet D Book Review

cruiseandpaul • 0 implied HN points • 14 Nov 24
📚 Literature Book review Fiction Romance Self-discovery Character development
  1. The Scarlet D tells the story of Scarlet, a woman starting fresh after a long marriage. It's about love, self-discovery, and finding hope in new beginnings.
  2. The book highlights the importance of community through Scarlet's experience in a divorced women's book club. The friendships formed help her face her past and grow.
  3. Scarlet's romantic journey includes surprises, like meeting a younger man and an age-appropriate suitor. This shows that love can come in unexpected ways at any age.

Jady: Time Queerly Tangled (pt 1)

Do Not Research • 0 implied HN points • 21 Jun 21
🏥 Health & Wellness Therapy Gender Time travel Compassion Self-discovery
  1. Embrace vulnerability and submission as tools for growth and self-discovery.
  2. Challenge normative structures of identity and time; explore nonbinary and fluid approaches to gender and temporal experience.
  3. Practice compassion, introspection, and self-healing techniques like inner child meditation to foster personal growth and overcome past traumas.