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Compliments of Starflames on Pixabay

When the word “selfless” comes to mind, we may think of the saints–people who put others first and who displayed a reservoir of compassion and kindness. We can manifest selflessness to the extent that we put aside feelings of offense and “me-focus.” Obsessing on slights creates rigid personal boundaries that set us apart. To “other reference” is to feel empathy. Turn the page…

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Compliments of johnhain from Pixabay

Sara Ban Breathnach describes confidence as a magic elixir, a feeling that enables us to be our best self. Appearing confident is the mental equivalent of elongating our posture — standing straight up so that we can stride forth. Turn the page…

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