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I recently heard this quote and it turned my world upside down for about a week. I have been able to go back to it time and time again and I realize just how much all of my "defending" has really only hurt me in my life. I still catch myself a lot in defense mode but the awareness is getting better. Maybe this will speak to some of you.
Defense is the first act of war~
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It is very difficult to have a pity party when I am celebrating all the gratitude I have in my life!
It will aither work out, . . . or, . . . It will work out."
I like that did that come from the book The Art of War??
It is so hard not to go to defense to keep from being hurt. I can see how that would be damaging especially from that point of view!!
Thanks for sharing :) P :)
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Stepping onto a brand-new path is difficult, but not more difficult than remaining in a situation, which is not nurturing to the whole woman.- Maya Angelo
Yeah, I have been called defensive once, twice or maybe 100 times and their is truth to it. A lot of my childhood survival skills don't work great in my adult life, but I am willing and teachable. Sending you love and support!
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Sending you love and support on your journey always! BreakingFree
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