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Good point here. It isn't about taking a position of all loving either but when it becomes clear the reactions to others is dragging us into unconscious behavior and causing pain, it is time to look into that dynamic to gain clarity into our own identification (raising emotional intelligence)

@zambizeare you an empath? You are great at connecting with people @Serotoninluvwow I’m amazed by the similarities I seem to share with you. Dad is the same way and new language proves the same challenge. I hear of people learning multiple languages and know I couldn’t possibly if I were to approach it logically. Man you are amazing having come so far I can’t help but feel my journey is very similar and in need of the sort of experiences you’ve shared ?❤️

@Dumb EnlightenedI know much less about the dude than you but sometimes find it healthy (and sometimes beneficial) to hear opposing views relating to those I’m resonating with especially if I get triggered ? what you say sounds accurate though, it seems his agenda isn’t very expansive and probably stems from fear. Thanks for sharing

There’s always a perspective and if you can’t see it then you are stuck in your own. Notice the assumptions you are making to discredit any sort of value there may be

The value is in his perspective. If you aren’t open to viewing his perspective obviously it’s valueless. I find it interesting to see how he interprets Leo because it goes to show many are not ready to meet Leo where he’s at and even the followers who have simply chosen to trust Leo are unknowingly fooling themselves if they think they can simply take Leo’s word (or anyone else for that matter) on the nature of reality and or ultimate truth

yes here’s your guide to understanding your boundaries ?

Glad it wasn’t just me. It had me worried as I was doing ice baths and once or twice I really pushed my limit with the fear I didn’t have proper breathing bringing on the hypothermia. Anyways great break down man! I’d say this is as powerful as any meditation someone does...the cold water drives you right into the NOW if the breathing hasn’t ?

Definitely some kind of value in all perspectives especially those that might be dismissed out of ignorance

Cool yeah sounds magical. Maybe it arises from an increased awareness and vulnerability. Thanks for sharing. I could share some of my experiences but not sure exactly how accurate it would come out. I do often get increased stress levels in crowded places if there’s self conscious thought but when there’s not, the energy is powerful if I focus on it

@Serotoninluvhmm cool. do you feel it's possible to put up some mental boundaries to negate the build up of any sort of anxiety? I am also curious if introvert is usually part of an empath persona

@SerotoninluvHaha this isn’t easy to understand through typing. So what you’re saying if you were to begin vocalizing this experience out loud to her you’d end up shouting out with all this energy? I suppose I’ll never know if we are on the same page through this forum haha oh well

Sorry I mean spoken out loud but I still don’t understand your experience (might be called) channeling of energy in the room. Are you saying your gf should be able to notice it as well or notice your emotional state?

@Serotoninluvi don’t think we are using sensitive differently. I’m just oversimplifying a bit on why an empath might actually be unconsciously developed in adolescence. Are you saying this flood of emotions you experience is coming from the room? I think it’s a reaction so why would she feel it too? Honestly sounds like a panic attack and have you tried vocalizing it in the moment? (Just setting embarrassment aside)

@SOULawesome share dude ? Really cool to see this put so simply into words instead of the usual “he’s gotta have an awakening to understand” explaination

What I meant is defense mechanism because of intense/traumatic situations you become hyper sensitive as an auto impulse (learned behavior/personality trait in adolescence) Social anxiety stems from the thoughts running rampid (lots of stories, confusion, fear etc) triggered by discomfort or feeling overwhelmed I like your example and was also turned off by the first guy too because looked like psychic reading. I remember the music festivals I’ve been at and when I try to connect/make eye contact with others it’s very positive vibes but sometimes if I drink or something I might experience a downward spiral into negative energy (def. anxiety). Maybe we form stronger bonds with empaths because of that connection. I’ve really loved mindfulness as I don’t often get taken on that emotional rollercoaster I have an interesting dynamic growing up with my bro 2 years younger. I am fairly certain I played the narc controller in our relationship. I noticed he’s last gf was a pretty similar role for him. Sort of that energy vampire type Have you watched teal swan vid on narcissism and it’s two sidedness of their relationships? I’ll link it as I felt it’s pretty damn accurate

@Serotoninluvdo you think an empath is someone who may have developed this sensitivity/ability as a coping mechanism at a very young age to handle intense situations? Like Programming that leads to more receptivity to other energies in a room. And would social anxiety be a possible result of this sensitivity with the manipulation of thoughts? What are your thoughts

@kieranperezCool man this has been my daily “practice” too for some time. I think people often use mindfulness incorrectly by identifying as the awareness of these behaviors (and thus judging themselves and others, mentally forcing changes, and creating more projection and manipulation) So this may be where your confusion is being created. Instead of mentally assessing yourself through mindfulness, see if you can simply put all attention on yourself without expectations or anything. This is where you will begin to have many insights and start to create space free from any mental identification. This offers authenticity

No. I know nothing of the sort. But what seems to be apparent is how deeply he knows himself based off of what he claims to have gone through and endured. He made a friend out of pain and fear by letting go of the known and surrendering to the now

Here’s my go to for understanding “thought-self”

Lots of good advice on here already I just looked. Ultimately you gotta do the work. Leo has videos on perception and nature of thought you could check out. Just know thoughts aren’t distractions they are there for a purpose until you understand why, they won’t be surrendered until you’re able to get to the root of why they arise. Often it’s fear in disguise

@Jkrishave you done any yoga or focusing on the breath meditation? This is what I would recommend to silence your mind as it naturally gets you out of the headspace however thoughts aren’t the issue as you know unless you think they are why not go into exploring the nature of thought? And have you explored sense perception? What exactly is reality? They all give you a deeper understanding of language and thought ime

Ha it’s been proven scientifically to increase white blood cells, blood flow, cardiovascular health, and fight disease, just google it.

Let the book of the self be your guide

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Just watched, awesome! Not sure if you are a parent but id imagine a parent child dynamic can be an even bigger challenge