>Tools of Survival: Radical Self-Inquiry

Video Segment: 25:57-30:50

Radical Self Inquiry - the process by which self-deception becomes so skillfully and compassionately exposed that there is no mask that can hide us anymore.

We need to be kind to ourselves. We need to be on our own team and give ourselves space to learn how we might be deceiving ourselves. Self-disclosure with a trusted person helps with this process. It helps us see how other people see us. It also helps us feel less alone.

Accepting our demons, or dragons, is a good way to transform them into angels. We often avoid pain and fear, because we are afraid we’ll be trapped. Opening up to and experiencing pain and fear allows us to let it go.

Reflection: What do you need to do to be loved? Can you accept yourself without having accomplished this? Notes