Why We Take Things Personally

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Episode 2787:

Stella Grizont explores how to build emotional resilience by not taking things personally, offering practical tools to shift from reaction to curiosity and compassion. She then shares a heartfelt reflection on unconditional love through a simple yet powerful moment with her daughter, reminding us of the profound healing in being seen and accepted as we are.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://www.stellagrizont.com/blogs/the-abcs-of-not-taking-things-personally AND https://www.stellagrizont.com/blogs/what-my-daughter-taught-me-about-love

Quotes to ponder:

"Most of us walk around with a fragile sense of self-worth."

"People's behavior is a reflection of their reality, not yours."

"Even if someone intends to hurt you, it's still about them and their own pain."

Episode references:

Nonviolent Communication by Marshall Rosenberg: https://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-Language-Life-Changing-Relationships/dp/189200528X

The Four Agreements: https://www.amazon.com/Four-Agreements-Practical-Personal-Freedom/dp/1878424319