365 Life Lessons

365 Life Lessons

Be Interested, Not Interesting

Nov 30, 2023
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To be interested, not interesting, is a practice in getting over yourself.

It is a practice in showing up for other people, rather than showing off to them.

Become self-aware enough to notice when you are seeking attention, and craving validation, rather than showing up to bear witness to others.

Today, practice being interested in other people, rather than seeking to impress them and gain approval by being interesting.

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