Loving Yourself is not SelfishLoving Yourself is not Selfish
Inner Bonding
Were you taught to believe that loving yourself is selfish? Discover the difference between taking care of yourself from your wounded self or from your loving adult. Also, discover whether you are inadvertently contributing to the darkness of our pla...
29:56•27 Jun 2022
Redefining Self-Love: Insights from Dr. Margaret Paul
Episode Overview
- Learn the distinction between selfishness and genuine self-love and care
- Understand the damaging impact of selfish behaviour on oneself and others
- Discover the transformative power of self-responsibility and connecting with higher guidance for healing
- Overcome guilt and self-judgment associated with prioritising self-care
- Gain insights on the joy of giving without expectations
“When we give without any agenda, that's loving. It's a joy to give to other people just for the sake of giving. But if we're giving to get something back, that's manipulative. That's selfish because it's really about what we're going to get. It's not about true giving to others.”
Have you ever been told that loving yourself is selfish? Dr. Margaret Paul is here to challenge that belief in this episode of 'Inner Bonding'. She dives into the misconception that self-care equates to selfishness, revealing how true self-love can actually be a powerful force for good. Dr. Paul distinguishes between acting from a place of woundedness and from a loving, mature self.
Through relatable stories and practical advice, she shows how embracing self-responsibility can lead to personal healing and positively impact those around you. This episode is perfect for anyone struggling with guilt over self-care or looking to deepen their understanding of genuine self-love.
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