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Monday, October 26, 2009

Self Importance (Valerie)

I read Sylvia’s post several times, and it greatly expands my idea what self-importance is. It is so pervasive, and seems to be the essential expression of the ego’s agenda of separation, fear and lack. What I am trying to wrap my head around is that the opposites of self-importance are gratitude, accountability and impeccability. To me it would seem to be trust, freedom and unity. Perhaps I am confusing what is the root quality or belief and how it plays out in our lives? Or maybe I’m not yet grasping the subtlety and broad range of self-importance’s expression? Is self-importance the same as arrogance?

I will look at my life and recognize areas of self-importance and indentify choice points. Here are a few:

1. Vanity: Why do I put on lipstick to go to the grocery store? Or check my ass in the mirror when I put on leggings? I have a lot of judgment of myself and others, and also a need to be different or special. Choice: Letting go of judgment and being true to myself. Letting go of separation.
2. Perfectionism and control, being self-conscious. (similar to #1, but with a more intense visceral fear factor) Fear of being the center of attention, speaking in public, and fear of improvisation. Choice: letting go of fear and choosing freedom.
3. Opinions: Getting indignant when reading the news. Getting all fired up about health care and thinking republicans are jack-asses and commentators do-nothing crybabies! Maybe here is where accountability comes in. Doing my part and not concerning myself with what others are doing? Choice: accountability?

4. Indignation over lousy tips and not receiving enough money for my work. Thinking it’s ‘all about me’, and taking things personally. Coming from a place of lack. Choice: gratitude

Here are a few that I’m not sure about, but threw in anyway:

5. Trying to control my boyfriend’s behavior, eating habits. It’s not just about my being concerned about his welfare. I’ve made his health a factor in my well being.
6. Acting like a child, laziness, not taking care of business. Having a ‘fuck it’ attitude or just avoiding things.

7. Communication: I’m not always accountable in my communication, but expect others to be. Answering emails, returning phone calls, etc.

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