#fearlessness

[blackswaneuroparedux]

「死を恐れるな。生きている証だと思え。

Toshiro Mifune

Do not fear death. Think of it as proof that you are alive.

Photo: Alain Delon and Toshirō Mifune on the set of Red Sun (1971)

#toshiro mifune #mifune #quote #japanese #actor #life #death #fear #fearlessness #alain delon #delon #red sun #movie #cinema #film #arts #culture #icon

[kamala-laxman]

The more you are motivated by love, the more fearless & free your action will be.” Dalai Lama

#dalai lama #love #fearlessness

[journey-to-balance]

7 Attributes of the Truly Confident Person...

Self confidence

A lot of people might believe they are confident, depending on how they feel on any given day. But confidence is not a fleeting thing that is here today and takes a holiday tomorrow. Confidence is all pervasive. It shows itself in every aspect of our lives: the way we view ourselves, perceive our world, approach crises, the way we treat others, our readiness to exercise compassion and forgiveness, and, most important, the way we treat ourselves. True confidence is an incredible feeling because it has a few key attributes embedded in it, seven of them, in fact, which are the hallmarks of the truly confident person.

1. Self Love

This is the first crucial attribute. If you have no self-love, you have no confidence because this is at the heart of confidence: self-love and self-acceptance, which then decides our self-esteem. It is not possible to be happy and confident yet dislike our bodies or ourselves. Any lack of self-love is a prelude to misery and dissatisfaction with our lot. Happiness begins from within and when we love ourself and do no seek the approval of anyone, we are half-way to real contentment and the next key attribute, self-belief.

2. Self-Belief

With self-love comes amazing self-belief in what is truly possible. The Universe is our limit, as we become unstoppable and fearless. People who think highly of themselves do not see barriers to achievements or obstacles in their paths. Anything which blocks their journey can be removed because confident people already believe they have the tools to remove those blocks. They can cope with crises too because they believe they can. That is the main difference between a confident and low confidence person: one believes they have the power to affect their life, whereas the other looks to others to do it for them.

3. Comfort in Themselves

Confident people are happy in their own skin. They love who they are, they do not wish to be anyone else and they seek no one's approval to be whom they wish to be. That is a sure sign of a strong sense of belonging and personal security. Even when there is a setback, they know it is only temporary and they will be back in action again because they value themself and their talents, regardless of what other people think. They tend to do what they please without following the fashion or being lemmings. Being natural leaders, they tend to set the pace for others and to inspire them.

4. Self-Awareness

Confident people know their limitations and their potential. That is because they do not sit and dwell on their weaknesses, like people of low esteem. They identify their strengths and nurture them while acknowledging their weaknesses. But they are fully aware that the unique beings they are is the result of BOTH their strengths and weaknesses, so they do not dwell on the negative aspects of their personality. They know what makes them happy and sad. Being leaders and optimists, they are more assured in their direction and objectives because they understand who they are and what they want, which is the first key step to boosting achievement and personal development.

5. Fearlessness

Confident people tend to be pioneers, fearless in their approach and their actions. It is not that they do not have the usual fears of survival. What they don't have is the limiting and paralysing fears regarding simply living their life to the utmost which plague insecure and non-confident people. Those with high self-esteem are keen to get on with it so they tend to act first and be afraid later! Willing to take risks and to make sacrifices, they have very little fear in living their life to the max.

6. Experiment

Really confident people love to experiment, to try out new situations, innovate and create, They are always pushing the boundaries of their talents because of their self-belief. Unlike people of low esteem, confident ones do not care about making mistakes, because they know that's how they learn and grow. They are not worried about being wrong, but at arriving at a solution or a different result, no matter how many times they have to change their approach. They recognise that mistakes are part and parcel of success on their personal journey. Failure is not in their vocabulary and so they will achieve their desires no matter how long it takes, because they have the tenacity, self-belief and determination to keep trying even when many others have given up.

7. Happiness

Confident people are truly happy with their life. It doesn't mean they are never sad. It means that if they are down it lasts very briefly and then they are back up again. They know they can always do something else and change the result. People of low esteem always blame themselves and reinforce that with even poorer thoughts of their abilities, so they stay in the doldrums much longer. They are not truly at peace so they take the knocks badly. Confident people know that setbacks don't last long and all they need to do is brush themselves off and start all over again, while keeping their eye on their goals. Above all, being contented with themselves and their bodies, confident people tend to be truly happy, often cheerful and with a ready smile.

#confidence #happiness #fearlessness #self awareness #acceptance #self love #self belief #life lessons #life goals #life tips #awareness #inspiration #conscious living #motivation #intentional living #naturecore

[sunparadewords]

Chat with my inner child.

You don't always have to smile or laugh politely to make others feel comfortable. Know your natural (frowny) resting face is enough - it is glorious; magnificent.

You don't always have to explain yourself when/after saying "no" to something.

You don't always have to be the one to speak to fill awkward silences or gaps in a conversation. Listen to the spaces in between the words. This is where you will find the Truth. Let the conversation unfold as it does. Observe.

You don't have to hug or kiss anyone if you just don't feel like it (that includes sexual activities as well). Your body is your body is your body. Also, you are so much more than just a body...remember that. More than a mind. You are the entire universe in one soul. Know this. Embrace this. Love and honour your mind-body-spirit(soul).

If you want/need something, ask for it, politely, and remember not everyone deserves an explanation as to why you want/need that thing. Sometimes, however (depending on who you are asking), it helps to put things into perspective.

You don't have to apologize for not answering someone's text/call etc. immediately, even if it is usually normal for you to answer quickly. If you feel that you don't want to answer, maybe you shouldn't. Be patient with yourself. Ask yourself if that person may not deserve an answer. You are the only one that needs to understand why. If someone questions your behaviour/answer/silence and you feel that you would like to explain yourself, be polite and brief in your explanation. It is not your job to please everyone at all times.

Very few people in this world can actually hear your thoughts, and even if they could, they likely wouldn't care. Most people are only very interested in themselves, and sometimes, that's a good thing.

Learned resilience is learned and learned helplessness is learned, which means both can be unlearned. Do with that what you will.

Feelings/emotions pass. Observe them and let them go. Neither positive nor negative ones serve as anything more than markers/signposts of temporary states of physiological/emotional/mental imbalance/balance. Do keep inventory of where you like/don't like to be and adjust your thoughts and actions, accordingly (easier said than done, I know, but you got this).

If you are having a particularly emotionally challenging/charged day, stop what you are doing, and do some breath work while expressing gratitude for whatever arises in that moment, however big or small.

You do not have to apologize for/explain anyone you choose to befriend or date; all the while, remember that some choices are not aligned with your highest potential and may cause you to deviate from your chosen path. Accept the consequences of every choice you make. Learn from your choices.

Cultivate healthy assertiveness. Meditate on this. It will make all of the above possible to achieve.

Ask yourself: Do you know who you are and why you are doing the work you do? Most people haven't figured it out, but this is the driving force behind exuberant, consistent confidence and grace.

Remember: True art (and relentless creativity) arises out of true vulnerability, humility, courage, fearlessness, and unadulterated love. Anything else is an imitation.

I love you, infinitely and relentlessly, as I love myself. I forgive you, completely, as I forgive myself. I know we will grow together, always. And so it is.

#innerchild #iloveyouonly #loveyourselfrelentlessly #forgiveyourself #meditate #highestpotential #higherlove #higherwisdom #channelledthoughts #accept #remember #yourchoice #exuberantconfidence #grace #creativity #trueart #vulnerability #courage #humility #fearlessness #unadulteratedlove #myfrequency

[thecalminside]

Be empty of worrying.

Think of who created thought!

Why do you stay in prison

When the door is so wide open?

-Rumi

#rumi #quotes #wisdom #peace #healing #mindfulness #love #life #change #meditation #fearlessness #inspo #inspirational #poetry #poems #poets

[aspiritualwarriors]

The only reason we don’t open our hearts and minds to other people is that they trigger confusion in us that we don’t feel brave enough or sane enough to deal with. To the degree that we look clearly and compassionately at ourselves, we feel confident and fearless about looking into someone else’s eyes.

— Pema Chödrön

#pema chödrön #clarity #compassion #confidence #fearlessness

[steelandcotton]

Three Types of Fearlessness

By Cheng Man-ch’ing

From: New Method of Self Cultivation

三無畏 一、 無艮喫苦。 二、 無艮喫虧。 三、 無畏厲害

(Literally) Three Without Fears: First, without fear of eating bitter Second, without fear of eating loss Third, without fear of ferocity.

Cheng Man-ch’ing wrote-

My discussion on fearlessness is intended only for those willing to exert effort.

First: Do not fear bitter work. If you do, you will never progress.

Second: Do not fear losing. The fundamental principle in taijiquan is to 'yield to follow others.' Yielding up your position to follow others is, most decidedly, losing.

Third: Do not fear ferocity. Laozi described men who have cultivated the life principle saying, 'a rhino finds no place to gore, a tiger feels nothing to claw, a soldier has nowhere to stab.' Why is this? Because they have no fear of death. Rather than praising the ferocity of a rhino, tiger or wean, Laozi exalts the softness which overcomes hardness."

#chengmanching #chengmanchingtaichi #chengmanchingtaijiquan #taijiquan #fearless #fearlessness #chinesemartialarts #chinesemartialart #taichi #taichiclass #taijiclasses #yangstyletaichi #yangstyletaichichuan #yangstylestaijiquan #yangstyle

[serenityquest]

#overcoming fear #courage #fears #fearlessness #irrational fears

[strangelovealchemist]

“Morning Sun”

Morning Sun

Shining Through

Morning Comes

I Feel You

Touch My Heart

With Your Light

Fill My Soul

With Delight

Kiss My Lips

With Your Fire

Breath Of Love

And Desire

The Warmth Of Your Caress

Imparts A Fearlessness

You Are The Only One

You Cannot Be Outdone

Flowers Bloom

In Your Name

Pastures Green

On The Plain

Crystal Clear

Perfection

The Brilliance Of

Reflection

The Warmest

Ocean Breeze

The Birds And

Bees And Trees

I Feel Your Tenderness

Your Open-Heartedness

You Are The Only One

You Cannot Be Outdone

I’ll Always Run To You

Your Light Keeps Shining Through

And When The Day Is Done

Wait For My Morning Sun

Words By Andreas Liotsakis a.k.a. Strangelove Alchemist

#Morning Sun #Andreas Liotsakis #Strangelove Alchemist #Poetry #Heart #Light #Soul #Delight #Love #Fearlessness #Flowers #Spring

[davidwfloydart]

Word 🙌 #intimacy #fearlessmotivation #fearlessness #intimate #rewarding (at Catalina Foothills, Arizona) https://www.instagram.com/p/CnNmHNwPRvVFSlD1i-PccwI7T-NE_H73KnxxFk0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

#intimacy #fearlessmotivation #fearlessness #intimate #rewarding

[baddiebrigade]

Here in the Baddie Brigade Social Club we value:

Fun and Joy: Embrace lightheartedness and joy in every interaction and experience.

Open-mindedness: Be open to new ideas, experiences, and diverse perspectives.

Love and Protection: Cultivate a sense of sisterhood, providing support and protection for fellow members.

4. Respect: Treat every member with kindness, consideration, and respect.

5. Courage: Approach challenges and opportunities with courage and boldness.

6. Curiosity and Hunger for Knowledge: Foster a continuous curiosity and eagerness for learning.

7. Appreciation for the Finer Things: Enjoy and appreciate the beauty found in the finer aspects of life.

8. Resource Sharing: Be open to sharing knowledge, experiences, and resources within the club.

#baddie brigade social club #our values #beauty #love #courage #fearlessness #resource sharing #curiosity #respect #joy #fun

[keshavsmelody]

You are the time! Not the concept of time we normally perceive as past, present, and future. You are eternity! You will devour everything and everyone I know, everyone I've ever loved, everyone who has ever loved me, everything that has ever given me pleasure. No! Krishna, in fact, you have already devoured them. You will consume this universe, as well as all the multiverses. What shall remain is you alone. Why shall I then cling to a little bit of flesh? This body? I shall find something greater and higher at your lotus-feet. Something that even time can't take away. Why shall I then weep and wail?

#krishna #bhagavatam #love #flute #time #art #gita #devotion #fear #faith #fearlessness #beauty #krishnacon #iskcon

[kamala-laxman]

To be fearless no matter what happens―that is the root of true happiness. To move forward resolutely regardless of what lies in store―that is the spirit, the resolve, that leads to human victory.   Daisaku Ikeda

#daisaku ikeda #fearlessness #happiness

[thedimlaltain]

It is my dream to sing "Pyaar Kiya Toh Darna Kya"(roughly translates to why scared when in love) on stage with the pride flag and the trans flag on my chest as an ode to queer love; ALL kinds, NOT just romantic.

For the homosexuals and the bis and pans, for the trans people in love and intersex people and the aros and aces and enbys and EVERYBODY queer. Just long live queer love.

Be courageous in love is the basic spirit of this song.

For those who don’t speak Hindi, here’s an article - 

https://mrandmrs55.com/2016/06/19/pyar-kiya-to-darna-kya-lyrics-and-translation-lets-learn-urdu-hindi/

#lgbt #lgbtq #lgbtq plus #lgbtqia #lgbtpia plus #queer #queer love #love songs #desi queer #indian queer #Pyar Kiya Toh Darna Kya #Lata Mangeshkar #Anarkali #mughal e azam #courage #fearlessness #lets fucking go

[pxssagat]

titane

#feeling #fearlessness

[that-gay-jedi]

So like. There's the story of Robert Landsberg, a photographer who died in the eruption of Mount St. Helens. He realized that, for as close as he was to the approaching ash cloud, he was already dead, so he covered his camera with his body to preserve the photos. To me, that represents an almost unimaginable courage- to accept the futility of resisting one's own gruesome death so swiftly there is time to commit one last meaningful act, to save what can be saved.

I come from a worldview of linear time being a subjective rather than objective reality, of the future having already happened, and of our control over our own fates while alive being very limited or nonexistent. Every thing was as good as broken before it was built, every sandwich has been already disgested since before the invention of bread, the hour and cause of every human being's death has been set since before they were born.

Althhough that's not the main reason I've struggled to gain a sense of agency in my own life I'm sure it's been an influence. But rather than try to change my interpretation of facts about how time and the material universe work, which might be its own exercise in futility, my inner experience seems to tilt on the axis of how I approach the inevitable.

There's a hypothetical that pops up on a lot of forums and social media threads where bored people shoot the shit, which is if you could know the exact time and cause of your death, would you want to know? I always scroll through those with immense surprise at just how many people say they'd rather not. If you include the people who say they'd prefer not for their own sake, but would selflessly choose to know so their families could prepare, it seems to be that about 60% of people would rather not have foreknowledge of their own death.

I always struggle to understand the reasons for not wanting to know, because to me the answer seems so obvious. Of course I'd want to know. I usually make some joke about how knowledge is power and my villainous heart craves power, because the truth isn't exactly light forum fare.

Truth is if I knew my cause of death and whether or not it was a hate crime, I'd never tone down my queerness again. I'd never again be worried when I'm in the woods at night and hear a twig snap that makes me wonder if a murderer is following me. I'd get on airplanes without wondering about cuts to the maintenance budget. Basically, I'd live fearlessly- perhaps even in whatever thing I knew would eventually kill me, because I would know no amount of caution could avert it.

And the lesson I've been trying to integrate now as I move out of the trauma-centric mindset I've carried through my teens and 20s is that even though I may not know the when or the how, I do know I cannot change the when nor the how, at least not in any ontology which is believable to me. So I really should stop toning down my queerness if it makes me happy, should linger in the woods at night if it brings me peace, etc etc because whether or not these things will kill me is predetermined. The most logical course of action is to live fearlessly, even without knowing the details.

None of us are ever really going to outrun the metaphorical ash cloud. So come to terms with it and decide what's important to you while there's still time to curl around your camera.

#robert landsberg #mortality #determinism #philosophy #life #caution #risk #fearlessness #meaning #acceptance #serenity #fate #causality