Sometimes the "shadow" our presence casts on
others is very different than how we actually experience ourselves. For
example, others may experience us as being overly stubborn, while we
simply think of ourselves as being focused on a particular
goal that is in line with our most cherished values. At first, the
difference between these two views causes us to feel conflict. We don't
like having our own positive view of ourselves challenged by someone
else. But I wonder if we can instead learn to embrace BOTH views,
realizing that - together - the two form a new - third - and more
interesting reality? A reality that is independent of both our own view
of ourselves AND that of the other?
Photo: Late-day sunlight creates shadows of aspen leaves in the snow; Red Feather Lakes, CO; October 18, 2013
Photo: Late-day sunlight creates shadows of aspen leaves in the snow; Red Feather Lakes, CO; October 18, 2013
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