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Perhaps you are feeling guilt or shame about that period of your life. Accepting it as such, forgiving yourself and truly embracing how far you've come since then may help alleviate some anxiety you have. I do understand this is harder said than done and these are things I'm currently working through myself. All the best, my friend ❤️
I'd suggest "acknowledging" the issue exists, rather than aiming to "accept" it, can be a helpful distinction. "Accept" implies you are okay with something, and that might make acceptance difficult. Semantics are weird...
I don't follow
It's kinda pedantic on the surface I guess, and I'm definitely not explaining it well.
We don't actually use words strictly by the dictionary definition. Often, there's extra things that certain words imply. For example, to "accept" something has the added implication that you approve of the thing, you're ok with it. To acknowledge something is more limited to saying, yes, this thing is true, for better or worse.
Later I may see if I can track down the original quote; I'm sure that would be much more clear!
Okay. I tend to do this reverse procrastination thing where I just get it over with asap. I want it off my plate as soon as possible.
Umm, I might try that...later, though. 😜 (I'm having a bit of trouble remembering enough info to find the source, just so you know)
All good :)
Absolutely! Great point, thank you! 😊
I think you wrote the perfect response. I wish you the best with your journey.