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Instead, the act of recognizing growth, no matter how small, fosters hope and expands the emotional capacity to feel joy and fulfillment. The importance of allowing oneself to feel the whole spectrum of human emotion, from happiness to sorrow, is underscored as a way to access deeper self-love and acceptance.
Confronting and Embracing Change
Addressing the fear of letting go of self-pity and the tendency to dwell within it proves vital in this journey. Self-pity, akin to an addiction, can be deceptive in its comfort. Acknowledging its energy drags people down, contrasting sharply against the uplifting energy associated with joy and excitement.