As we develop love, appreciation, and forgiveness for others over time, we may accidentally develop those things towards ourselves, too. While you might think it's a trick, having affection for one's goofy, crabby, annoying, lovely self is home. This has been my meager salvation.
That we are designed for joy is exhilarating, within reach, now or perhaps later today, after a nap, as long as we do not mistake excitement for joy. Joy is good cheer. My partner says joy and curiosity are the same thing. Joy is always a surprise, and often a decision.
-Anne Lamott, Almost Everything: Notes on Hope
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