Whatever one does, someone is always happy...then again, someone else is not pleased
When identity is based on outward titles, material possessions, academic achievements or even relationship status, we place ourselves in a very fragile state. Until we are simply __nough_ because of who we are __eing_ and not because of what we are __oing,_ our self-esteem and worth will continue to be __ossed to and fro,_ as our outer conditions are subject to change.
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When identity is based on outward titles, material possessions, academic achievements or even relationship status, we place ourselves in a very fragile state. Until we are simply __nough_ because of who we are __eing_ and not because of what we are __oing,_ our self-esteem and worth will continue to be __ossed to and fro,_ as our outer conditions are subject to change.
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