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Somehow we learned to link self-worth to our performances, our competence, the way we think, results, money or conformance. I guess, in some ways, I reached what I learned to expect, I ran my marathon. There are no medals, there is no glowing warmth inside. Maybe those achievements were just another way to hide.
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Mar 17
Mar 17, 2026 at 5:14 AM UTC
From my insecurities
Somehow we learned to link self-worth to our performances, our competence, the way we think, results, money or conformance. I guess, in some ways, I reached what I learned to expect, I ran my marathon. There are no medals, there is no glowing warmth inside. Maybe those achievements were just another way to hide.
Flawless and specific goals might not help as much as I thought. Don't blame others for being spoiled take action to reduce the negative consequences. Acceptance will follow actions.
Daan
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Belgian
Mar 17
Mar 17, 2026 at 5:14 AM UTC
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