My Values Have Changed

I know I am on the path to healing because money no longer drives me the way it once did. Of course, I still need to make a living, but my motivation has changed. Now it is about enjoying a life in nature, cooking healthy food, laughing with true friends, spending time alone in nature, and creating art. I no longer feel the need for material things to show off or to be liked by people who value material things.

It is wild to think that I once lived my life this way. I never felt good enough if I didn't have the latest designer handbag to fill my inadequancy. But the feeling would always wear off, and the cycle would repeat. On top of that, all the consumption that harms the environment made me feel even worse about myself. I felt guilty and disconnected.

Today, I am so happy that my values have shifted. I am now driven by my internal need for creativity and self-expression, by connecting with people and animals, building a sacred home that reflects my inner world, learning to become self-sufficient, being kind to the environment, and giving back to the world. The lesson I have learned is that the ego is the root cause of a lot of destruction, not only within ourselves but also in the world.

How did I arrive at this healthy realization? Inner child healing. I understand that it is not for everyone, but reconnecting with my inner child helped me get back on track by doing the things I loved as a child. I truly believe that inner child work is a path to authenticity. By sharing my story, I hope to contribute to a more authentic world.