Self-discovery is less about finding oneself and more about shedding the false constructs of identity to which the ego clings. The ego often attaches itself to external markers—titles, possessions, achievements, or societal roles—to construct a sense of “self.”
However, attachments to these external factors are fleeting. They tend to trap individuals in a cycle of dependency, constantly seeking validation or self-worth from outside sources. This creates a path where one’s sense of self becomes contingent on external approval and accomplishments.
True self-discovery, on the other hand, is a process of peeling back layers. Can you strip yourself of everything you own, your relationships, your titles, your societal roles, your achievements, failures, and even the perspectives you hold? These layers form what society, or “the matrix,” defines as your identity. But much like an onion, uncovering your true self requires deconditioning, layer by layer.
The deeper you go, the more you realize that your true self is not something to construct or acquire but something to uncover. By letting go, you free yourself from the constructs of the ego, allowing a more liberated, fulfilled, and loving version of yourself to emerge.
Think of a newborn baby entering the world. Everyone showers the child with love, marveling at its beauty and purity. What no one tells you, but what is profoundly true, is that you are already everything you need to be. Many experiences in life, however, are designed to obscure this truth, leading you away from the inner realization of your completeness. Yet this understanding is not illogical when you consider the essence of God. The very nature of God is love—pure and boundless. In spiritual contexts, whether referred to as God or the Universe, this divine essence is synonymous with the energy of love.
The depth of every human’s capacity to love is directly connected to the pain they’ve experienced and processed. Pain that is masked through escapism—whether through distractions, addictions, or avoidance—will inevitably resurface in the areas of life where one feels most triggered.
Pain is both inevitable and necessary. Without it, growth and learning would be impossible. However, suffering is a choice. How deeply you suffer depends on the strength of your ego’s attachments—everything it identifies with and clings to. Letting go of these attachments not only lessens suffering but also creates space for the energy of love to flow freely within you.
KNOWING WHO YOU’RE NOT,
IS KNOWING WHO YOU ARE…
AND KNOWING WHO YOU AEE…
IS LOVE ❤️
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