But as we mature and begin to grasp that we are often the cause of our own difficulties, we begin a process of compassionate self-observation leading to deeper self-knowledge - denial gives way to authenticity as the light of awareness penetrates our shadow. We come to accept ourselves {and others} as we are rather than as we might want ourselves {or them} to be. And as we embrace the full scope of our humanity, we open the way to genuine growth and transformation.
( Dan Millman )
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