knowyourselfang

[knowyourselfang]

gifted, sensitive, intense

more aware of subtleties

exceptionally perceptive, intuitive, and keenly observant of the subtleties of the environment 

but

overwhelmed by constant waves of social nuances and others’ emotional and psychic energy

some people are born with a neurological make up that causes them to be more emotionally/intellectually intense, sensitive and open to external stimuli than the general population

you seem to absorb the emotions of people around you, and have trouble setting personal boundaries and separating your feelings and needs from those of others

you are unfomfortable with conflicts and concealed anger, and will always try to take care of the situation

you have multiple sensors that are permanently connected to your surroundings and have a heightened ability to feel the emotional states of others, this can get overwhelming. people are projecting

since you see things deeper, a perpetual sense of loneliness lingers in your psyche, its difficult to express yourself in a language that others understand

you have a very rich inner world and are very insightful and perceptive beyond your years. self critical and evaluative, with a high level of spiritual intelligence.  you are more able to experience moments of awe, beauty, of a sense of deep connection with humanity; when they are moved to tears by a piece of music, art or natural scenery, they are having a moment of spiritual connection. can induce heightened consciousness through meditation or fantasy play

sensual overexcitablility, heightened sensitivity to sounds, smells, taste and touch, leading to a deep appreciation of the beauty in this world, such as art, language and music

psychomotor overexciabliity, leg tapping, nail biting, speaking rapidly, acting impulsively or compusively; clothes, perfume, smells, noise can seem distracting

crisis with conformity, not able to enjoy the activities, books, or tv shows that most people enjoy; deep loneliness, become bored, under stimulated, needing a lot of alone time to process thoughts and creative ideas; highly independent, value autonomy. aren’t concerned with the mundane 

perfectionism, postponing things that are important to you, paradoxically you delay or sabotage the task you know you need to do, creative block, related to neg. self doubt, fear of failure

existential depression/angst, constantly asking who are we? what's it all about? is there meaning in life? constantly feeling propelled to move forward, aware of the finite quality of life and their own potential. this leads to constant restlessness, anxiety, insecurity and other unpleasant sentiments

many are idealists, able to consider the limitless possibilities of how things can be. it may pain them to see the world falling short and question existing values and traditions as well as any inconsistencies and absurdities they see in the world around them. 

[knowyourselfang]

values (in order)

love of learning

fairness

appreciation of beauty and excellence

forgiveness

social intelligence

spirituality

curiosity

humor

hope

teamwork

honesty

perspective

gratitude

judgement

humility

prudence

creativity

perseverance

zest

kindness

love

bravery

self regulation

leadership

[knowyourselfang]

While it is nice to have approval from others, you don’t need it. You are your own person.  Acceptance from others shouldn’t define your life. Stand up for what you believe in, live by your own values and know that it’s okay to not be validated by everyone.   Not everyone will like you, agree with you, or share the same opinions as you. 

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Dear Libra

Wrong decisions are a part and parcel of life. If you didn’t make the decision, how would you know which is right?  Faults only make way for perfections.  Instead of falling back down and not trusting your decisions, put your chin up and look at the brighter side.  Your decision gave way for your growth.  And sometimes, that is the only thing we wish for, don’t we?

With Love.

[knowyourselfang]

things to stop expecting from other people.

@wetheurban

Stop expecting people to read your mind.  It’s on you to communicate your feelings. 

Stop expecting new results from old, repeated behaviors.

Stop expecting people who aren’t even connected with themselves to be present for you. 

Do good things without expecting anything back. 

Stop expecting people to fit your idea of who they are. 

Stop expecting success without having put the work in. 

Expectation leads to let down. 

Less expecting, more accepting. 

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Myth: The homeless spend their money on drugs and alcohol

Fact: You also do that

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I hope you find the kind of love that makes you a softer person.  The kind of love that makes you want to be a better man or woman, the kind of love that believes in you and supports you, that stands by your side.  I hope you find someone who quickly becomes your favorite thing-- someone who makes the fall less fearful, someone you can't help but choose every single day.  I hope you find someone who shows you just how deeply you can feel, just how deeply you can love.  I hope you find something real, because nothing is more beautiful than loving someone who loves you back.  Nothing is more beautiful than loving someone who builds you a home in their heart.

rainbowsalt

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There’s a future version of you that would be so proud.  Not because of where you’re going but the challenges you faced along the way, and no matter how tough they became you were strong enough. Brave enough. And courageous.  That even though you had no idea what the future would hold, you knew this path was worth it.  Your passion and perseverance are leading you to where, and you, you need to be. Keep going.

-Tiffany Moule 

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honor the space between no longer and not yet

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What’s meant for you

won't pass by you.  You will not have to force something that’s real, genuine and something that's meant to be.  Everything is always happening for us in divine right time, in divine order.  If it comes, let it.  If it goes, let it. 

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As a physician I have always been fascinated by the power of the will to live.  Like every creature in the animal world, human beings have a fierce instinct for survival. The will to live is a force within all of us to fight for survival when our lives are threatened by a disease, such as cancer.  Yet in some, this force is stronger than in others, determined by the innate character and personality of his or her current life and a purpose to live.

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ATELIER ACE & STUDIO SHIMSHIRI, Maison de la Lutz, New Orleans. Louisiana, USA, 2019

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Matthieu Venot l 2021