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I struggle with self compassion. I have recently noticed that in the name of growth and learning I put myself through more than I would put anyone I love.This is because the beginning of an endeavor is full of wonder and curiosity, full of hard work and a sort of life-affirming effortless effort, and before I know it I am suffering and feel I have the responsibility to keep going.Something incredible is waiting on the other side, I tell myself. The gift is a lesson, or an awakening, and all I need to do is survive this.It’s a mark of... more