Tag: empathy
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Words Create Worlds
It is existentially frustrating to imagine that each of us is running around the world, our own individually perceived worlds, trying to connect and communicate with each other. We have developed a system of communication to elicit feelings, thoughts and ideas that we wish to share. However, many times words don’t suffice to convey what…
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Vulnerability and Connection
In my continuing efforts and struggle to make sense of my very own existence, I invariably return to remarkably rudimentary, yet paramount questions. Why am I here? What must I do? And, how may I actualize these concepts, and increase the ratio of pleasure to pain in my life? My wonder, pursuit and search for…
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Acceptance and Compassion for Self
“‘Take the ego out of it. Accept what your body and mind can do today, and let it be enough. Have compassion for yourself.’” -anonymous friend quoting yogi Dear Geoff, it’s been a long time since NUCS, but I enjoy reading your writing. You have a very refreshing perspective on life… Right before I moved…