A Look In The Mirror
Posted on 14 May, 2009 by Paul, Sam | 
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“It takes one to know one” is a phrase that often gets used by children when name-calling starts! Yet, despite it’s derogatory use as a rejoinder – there is a lot of wisdom present.
Think of someone you really admire, and which character traits of their’s shine through.
Sometimes it is much easier to believe something unpleasant about ourselves, than to acknowledge and accept that those traits we really admire in another person are part of us too.
When we think of each relationship as a mirror for ourselves, there is a lot of worthiness there to love – if/when we accept it. (Likewise, when someone is really annoying us – chances are we are doing that ‘annoying thing’ in some way too!)
Join Sam and Paul as they explore the piece of poetry that inspired both this discussion and a Full Out and Fearless blog post by @CoachCharrise on 22nd April 2009; and discover a quick and simple way to start reflecting the love to yourself that you deserve – no matter how scary that may sound!
Seek that which you love in me
And find it in yourself,
For I am but a mirror for all
Your magic inner wealth.
See me shine and light the way
And choose to do so too,
For shared just like the Olympic torch
You too can burn so true.
Feel me stretch and challenge my bounds
And find your wings to fly,
For deep within your caterpillar heart
You are a glorious butterfly.
Sense my presence and be inspired
And acknowledge your own gifts,
For we each are divine and worthy
Your soul my heart uplifts.
Written by Sam Forsberg, 15th February 2008, For Cameron
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Gai said,
Hi from Australia
I happened upon your podcast thru Itunes
I am always looking to live & learn
You guys are very easy to understand and very pertinent
to our current imes
I love your podcast and I was especially very touched by the poem that Sam wrote & shared
Many Many Thanks
Look forward to many more insights
Kind Regards
Gai
Sam said,
Hi Gai,
A fellow Aussie!!
Thank you so much for taking the time to offer this feedback!
I’m really glad that you were touched by my poem, and that you found us through iTunes – welcome!
With ActionPodcast we really strive to deliver timely and relevant topics – so it is great that you feel we are achieving this!
Do let us know if there are any particular topics you’d be interested in hearing us tackle, and I trust you’ll continue to enjoy this journey with us.
With love & curiosity,
Sam
Bernard said,
As soon as I listened to your discussion about reflection of own character and mood so many things fell into place.
With hindsight it seems obvious. However, like so many things it takes an objective commentator to see and tell what’s going on.
I know when I’ve done something that’s not quite right my guilty feeling will translate to a defensive mode even before I,m in a discussion about it. That in turn leads to an aggressive posture and attitude which is then immediately reflected back at me!
Likewise, when I’m open, positive and bright eyed my colleagues or family reflect that back too.
Great podcast. You really seem to have a gift for nailing things simply and concisely.
Great job
Blessings
Bernard
Sam said,
Hi Bernard,
Thanks again for your feedback – deeply appreciated!
It is really wonderful to know that our podcasts are reaching people, connecting with them, and helping them – wherever they are in their current journey; and it is such a pleasure to see you expanding your awareness, stretching your bounds, and finding your wings to fly as you work through the topics that resonate with you in timely ways!
Keep on shining bright Bernard!
With love & curiosity,
Sam
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