Self-importance is our greatest enemy. Think about it- what weakens us is feeling offended by the deeds and misdeeds of our fellowmen. Our self-importance requires that we spend most of our lives offended by someone.
FROM: Carlos Castañeda’s book The Fire From Within
Carlos Castañeda was a Peruvian-American author. Starting with The Teachings of Don Juan in 1968, Castaneda wrote a series of books that purport to describe training in shamanism that he received under the tutelage of a supposed Yaqui “Man of Knowledge” named don Juan Matus. He wrote a total of 15 books. His works helped define the 1960’s and usher in the New Age movement.
REFLECTION:
- How self-important do you think you are?
- Are there deeds/misdeeds of others that you are offended by right now?
- Examine you self-importance in relation to feeling offended by someone. What shift you can make?