taking the leap, up...

We start by making acquaintances with our experience and developing warmth for our good ol’ self. Gradually, leisurely, gently, very tenderly, we let the stakes elevate as we touch in on more disconcerting feelings. This brings about trusting that we have the strength and good-heartedness to live in this precious world, despite its terrain mines, with dignity and kindness. Amid this kind of self-esteem, connecting with others comes effortlessly, because what is there to fear when we have stayed with ourselves through thick and thin? Others can aggravate anything in us and we do not need to defend ourselves by striking out or shutting down.

Unselfish act which is helping others without expecting any return is the result of us having helped ourselves. We feel affectionate towards ourselves and therefore we feel loving towards others. At the end of the day, all those we used to feel separate from, become more and more melt into our heart.