Accepting Rather Than Rejecting

We are always choosing between personalities. For instance, even if you were having an absolute melt-down, you would immediately switch to a helper personality if an injured child needed you. Becoming aware of your sub-personalities in order to consciously choose between them is incredibly empowering. Accepting and understanding your sub-personalities gives them an environment in which they can heal, transform, and express the positive qualities inherent within them.

Practice. . .

• Become acquainted with one sub-personality this week. Name her.

• Ask her what she wants and needs from you.

• To the best of your ability, give her what she needs.

Throughout Your Day. . .

• Give your various sub-personalities a pat on the back or a hug.

Each aspect of yourself is inherently valuable and worthwhile.

Excerpted from The Woman's Book of Mindfulness by Sue Patton Thoele. Available on Amazon.