The author reflects on the evolving relationship with self-awareness as one ages, inspired by Carl Jung's insights. While self-examination often feels narcissistic in youth, it becomes a vital duty in midlife. The author shares personal struggles, including feelings of emptiness amid significant life events and issues resulting from isolating circumstances like the pandemic. Through therapy and other emotional work, a deeper understanding of self has emerged, leading to acceptance of flaws and the recognition that healing is a lifelong journey requiring persistent effort to maintain well-being.
For a young person, it is almost a sin, or at least a danger, to be too preoccupied with himself; but for the aging person, it is a duty and necessity to devote serious attention to himself.
We cannot live the afternoon of life according to the program of life's morning.
Healing is a nonlinear, lifelong process that requires vigilance and continued effort.
I now have a much more honest understanding of who I am, what I have been through and the coping mechanisms I’ve used.
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