We need people in our lives with whom we can be as open as possible. To have real conversations with people may seem like such a simple, obvious suggestion, but it involves courage and risk. - Thomas Moore - When did we start placing more importance on outward appearances and egos? When did we start hiding parts of ourselves from the world, in fear of rejection or belittlement? When did we start presenting false images of ourselves to others, just so we can remain 'safe' and comfortable? Is our avoidance merely our subconscious' way of avoiding getting hurt? After wearing our hearts on our sleeves one too many times, and having them torn off and stomped on? I don't deny that it can be a fucked up world out there. People can be ruthless, heartless and cruel. But they can also be kind, loving and nurturing. Balance. There can be no good in the world if there is no bad. For one cannot exist without the other. So, when all is said and done, it's up to you to find your people. Would you rather keep the real you hidden deep within, and live your life under false pretenses? Are you content with the love your mask is receiving from others? No. Enough. The world can love or hate me as I am, with all my strengths and flaws. For I am weary of living a half life, of keeping up appearances, and I refuse to waste time with niceties and superficial conversations, all the while wondering if I am truly celebrated for who I really am. Life is too short for that type of shiz. I want people who understand that life is a process. I want people who know that I'm every little bit as human as they are. I want people who are hellbent on living life. I want people who are not afraid to feel deeply. I want people who are raw and alive in their individuality. And I will never find them if I stay hidden under my own skin. If I want these people in my life, I have to first be someone like that. It's time to get real.
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About Prabh LehriI am a yoga teacher based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. I am passionate about yoga as a form of healing on the physical, emotional & mental level. I have been on a yoga journey for almost a decade and have been formally sharing my experience in the last 4 years. Archives
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