Do you find yourself disdaining others at times? Do you look down your nose at them and think “less than” thoughts? Do you know this is a projection of what you are not allowing yourself to think about yourself? Now, the human side of you may rebel at this thought, and does that not make perfect sense? If you are not allowing yourself to disdain yourself and think “less than” thoughts about yourself, then why would you admit to this? But try this, why don’t you: The next time you look down upon another, rise above the drama and see from the soul’s perspective. At a soul level, and perhaps, if you are honest, at a human level as well, that other has some quite loveable traits, and so do you, if not in a different way. Repeat after us: “I am loveable, no matter what mistakes I have made or what I think of myself. I am loveable because I arise from love. I choose to love myself.” If this becomes your mantra, we dare say you will begin to see others in a whole new way as well. You are a work in progress. Be kind to yourself, why don’t you?
I love your post here.
I am training to be a counsellor and psychotherapist, and a big part of that training is to become aware of the prejudices and judgements we pass so easily, without even being aware that we’re doing it. It’s a very human thing to do! It’s recognising where it comes from, being mindful of it and taking the power back so that we can make positive changes in ourselves. If we are to help other people through counselling, it is vital that we see everyone as worthy of love and belonging. That we fully accept the person sitting in front of us with unconditional positive regard and empathy, so they can heal, feel that acceptance and find clarity on their path in life. I see so many similarities between the work you do and speak of, and counselling work, and I am so surprised and thrilled that I get to merge the two together, in my own life. It’s funny how Spirit weaves the pieces together, and suddenly I see it all so clearly. Thank you for this important reminder, Suzanne.