You cannot love yourself fully until you become aware of all aspects of your self-hatred. You don't have to be seduced by the thoughts and emotions which tell you that you are horrible - but you have to face them - and decide on the truth of your own being.
The mind plays a million games to keep us from making this ultimate decision. Only when it is truly made do we become free.
Ted Slipchinsky is a mystic singer, writer and songwriter. You can see more of his work at songsofmysoul.com where you can also purchase his recently released book "Songs from the River". Ted also has a Facebook group The Other TED Talks.
