by Anthony Cappello

Created on: November 22, 2009   Last Updated: November 24, 2009

Many of us tend to see ourselves and the world through the filters of our habitual patterns of thinking. Some of these patterns are good for us, and some can impede our sense of happiness and peace. It is a matter of allowing yourself to see this within yourself and making an effort to change certain patterns which can impede your progress. A question you could ask yourself is, "Is there another way I can view this?" If you are really honest with yourself, you will see there are many ways to look at a situation.

I recently have been able to see that in a higher way, and I am more content with myself as a result. I am not "perfect", I have my own personal dilemmas as well, and I have been striving to improve myself. The beautiful thing is once you get a taste of your true nature, your confidence improves which fuels the motivation for personal improvement and growth.

Spiritual growth is such a beautiful thing. Everyone views the word "spiritual" in a different way, however slight, so another phrase could be realizing your true nature, which is that of peace and love. And you can really appreciate yourself while continuing to grow. You can always appreciate yourself no matter where you find yourself if you really allow yourself to. Part of us can resist that because we are used to thinking a certain way. It takes effort to change the way we view things because many of us get trapped in our thoughts and emotions because we identify with them.

We tend to think that who we are is the way we think and perceive the world. Just being aware of ourselves thinking a certain way or feeling a certain way is a step in the right direction. Just realize that who we really are is way beyond the way we perceive ourselves and the world, it is much more magnificent. I have been realizing that more and more lately. The beautiful thing is that we all have this ability to realize deeper aspects of ourselves. All it takes is desire and persistence.

I have been realizing a deeper sense of happiness within myself, and I'd like to share that with others and let them know we all have this within, it is a matter of allowing ourselves to see that which has always been present.

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