Tag Archives: self-awareness

Get Real, Especially With Yourself

Posted on April 21, 2025 by mitchteemley

Thought for the Week “She couldn’t tolerate lying from anyone, except when absolutely necessary, herself.” ~The Wishing Map “The truth about lies is that first, it’s to fool others, and later it’s to fool yourself.” ~Mystqx Skye “You can fool … Continue reading →

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Facing Yourself

Posted on September 21, 2024 by mitchteemley

Source: Ana Eiras Dominguez “You must defeat the enemy within before you can even recognize, much less defeat, the enemy without.” ~The Wishing Map φ

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In the Bleak Midwinter

Posted on February 7, 2024 by mitchteemley

There’s something about midwinter. Perhaps because it’s too cold to go outside, we’re forced to look inside and assess what we see. “Do I like who I’ve become? Is this who I thought I would be?” January’s vows have vanished … Continue reading →

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Forgiving Ourselves

Posted on October 15, 2023 by mitchteemley

One of the few things more damaging than not forgiving ourselves is believing that there is nothing to be forgiven for.     “To the Lord our God belong compassion and forgiveness, even though we have rebelled against him.” ~Daniel … Continue reading →

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