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Shifting Perspectives

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“No one else has access to the world you carry around within yourself; you are its custodian and entrance. No one else can see the world the way you see it. No one else can feel your life the way you feel it. Thus it is impossible to ever compare two people because each stands on such different ground. When you compare yourself to others, you are inviting envy (judgment) into your consciousness; it can be a dangerous and destructive guest.” ― John O'Donohue   “There are no facts, only interpretations.” Friedrich Nietzsche I've received some private messages from friends who have noticed that I haven't been as present on FB as I have in the past. Good observation! I needed to step away and find my center. To look closer at what was making me react so strongly, to give space to the feelings of grief and disillusionment I was experiencing. I needed to get some perspective!  I could notice, even before the election, anger and judgment arising when I