"psychology"タグの名言

Most of us only put in as much effort as a situation requires from us. If we can 'get away' with being less considerate or less reciprocal, and various other forms of 'getting without giving,' many of us will, not because we're evil, but simply because we can. If people demanded or expected more of us we would do more, but when they don't, we don't make the effort. This dynamic is true in practically every relationship we have. When our self-esteem is low and we expect very little of others, we are likely to get very little from them as well.

So often, we don’t see the beauty in ourselves. If we keep observing our reflection in the distorted mirrors of bad relationships, we start believing we are ugly and unlovable. And the flaws aren’t in how we look, but in whose eyes we’re seeing ourselves through.

I hurt myself by hurting you.” His face wore a look of compassion. I hated that look, because it reminded me that he was a good person, that he had tried over and over to apologize. He unwittingly brought out the part of me that I hated, and I projected that hate onto him, because it was easier to hate someone else than to hate myself. Tears poured out of my eyes. And he wrapped his arms around me, holding me as wept. And I hated that his arms still felt good.

To love pleasure takes little. To love truly takes a hero who can manage his own fear.

When someone needs something in order to feel better, that something returns him love.

When someone needs something in order to feel better, that something returns her love.

Pure happiness and peace are at their peak when your body is in harmony with itself.

Shame and blame should have no place in our body, mind, or spirit.

Our perceptions are influenced by our surroundings.

Are you living in the moment?

Are you seeking to be offended?

What is an unconditional state?

We charge a lot of money and give advice. We charge a lot of money so you remember the advice.

A GOAL WITHOUT A PLAN IS JUST A DREAM

Never give up on someone who is having a bad day. Tomorrow could be yours.

My opinion of me is what sets the tone of my personality

I can't change the world, but I can always change my point of view.

The moment you realize you are responsible for your own happiness is the moment you stop inviting unhappiness in your space.

I refuse to give away my time and my beautiful mind to those who will not yield a return on my investment.

When your only competition is becoming a better you, you will always win the game.