Your first gate is the most important & Gate 13

The four gates that make up an individual's life theme can be summarized to understand their incarnational cross, with the first gate holding the most significance, constituting an estimated 70-80% of one's life theme. The first gate, or sun personality gate, has a profound influence on personal identity and life direction. Individuals often experience substantial conditioning around this gate, impacting their ability to fully embrace its essence. For example, the person revealed that their first gate, gate 13, which focuses on listening and collecting stories, initially led them to block opportunities for others to share their narratives due to a belief that teaching should prioritize their own voice over students'. Upon reflection and adjustment, incorporating time for storytelling within their teaching not only transformed their effectiveness as an educator but also fostered deeper connections with students. Embracing storytelling, whether through movies or literature, has become a source of joy and energy, highlighting the importance of allowing oneself to engage with stories, both personally and as a tool for learning and growth. This process has illuminated the deeper conditioning surrounding the individual's approach to listening and engaged with collective narratives as essential for personal and shared transformation.