Alain de Botton: Lessons on Love and Life
A Life of Greatness
Understanding Oneself and Facing Uncomfortable Truths
In this chapter, they talk about the importance of understanding oneself and facing uncomfortable truths. They discuss how our minds often push away these uncomfortable truths, but in order to truly understand ourselves, we need to feel and think through these difficult emotions and thoughts. They also explain how running away from these truths can lead to a breakdown, which in turn can be interpreted as a breakthrough.
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