Forgiveness is often framed as a noble act of compassion towards others, but is the most profound form of forgiveness the one we extend to ourselves? Self-forgiveness is a transformative journey that begins within, and it’s a journey that I would always avoid, shackled by guilt and self-blame. But what if my difficulty in forgiving myself wasn't just a personal struggle, but also a cleverly orchestrated result of a system designed to keep me in check? To understand what I’m suggesting, we need to delve into how our subconscious mind operates and how the ruling class benefits from keeping us unaware of its true power.
Let’s go over the basics. Our subconscious mind is a powerful force, controlling a staggering 93-97% of our behaviours, thoughts, and emotions. From the moment we’re born, it absorbs and stores information, forming beliefs and patterns that guide our life. But there's a catch, these beliefs are often based on outdated and sometimes harmful programs instilled in us from childhood. When we make a mistake or face a setback, our subconscious mind doesn’t merely just register it, it can spiral into a full-blown crisis, amplifying feelings of guilt and unworthiness.
Our subconscious mind is wired for safety and conformity, not for understanding or compassion. It operates on repetitive patterns and societal norms, and will push us to align with group behaviours and beliefs, even if they’re detrimental. This is where the ruling class’s agenda comes into play. By controlling the narratives around success, failure, and forgiveness, they perpetuate a cycle of self-doubt and guilt, keeping us in the dark to what we’re truely capable of achieving.
“Ignorance is the root and stem of all evil”, said Plato, encapsulating the inherent relationship between knowledge and morality, and the polar opposite of a popular saying that permeates western society today, “Ignorance is bliss”. The ruling class stands to gain immensely by keeping us blind to how our subconscious mind works and its direct link to our morality and subsequent freedom. When our subconscious is trapped in cycles of self-blame and guilt, we’re less likely to challenge the status quo or pursue our own paths to success. “Why bother?" Instead, we remain compliant and subdued, allowing those we perceive to be in charge to maintain their firm grip of control over us. By promoting narratives that glorify self-sacrifice and stigmatise self-compassion it's ensured we stay in line, focused on superficial goals, and never truly evolving into the strong, honourable heroes that we’re destined to become.
Consider the media and societal messages we’re bombarded with daily. From movies that portray the rich as immoral and the poor as virtuous, to educational systems that emphasise obedience over independent thought, these messages are all designed to reinforce outdated subconscious programming. We’re taught to seek approval and fit in, even at the cost of our own happiness and self-worth. These methods of societal conditioning can prevent us from fully embracing self-forgiveness and self-compassion, and leave us perpetually stuck in a cycle of self-sabotage and low self-esteem.
So how do we break free from this cycle? The first step is to understand that self-forgiveness is not just about letting go of our past mistakes, but about reprogramming our subconscious mind to align with our authentic self and the person we want to become. It requires challenging and changing the negative beliefs and patterns that have been instilled in us over time.
By acknowledging that our worth is not defined by our mistakes, we can adopt the view that our mistakes are natural and merely provide valuable learning experiences. Our subconscious mind is typically resistant to this idea because it has been conditioned to see mistakes as evidence of our inadequacy. But by actively practicing self-compassion with an understanding that it’s alright to fail, we can begin to rewire these outdated patterns.
For me self-forgiveness has been a continuous journey that requires patience and practice. It’s not just been about moving past my mistakes but about transforming my inner narrative and embracing my self-worth. As I work towards forgiving myself and reprogramming my subconscious mind, I've found myself stepping into a life of greater confidence, fulfilment, and success. It's a daily process, with my focus on forgiving myself for believing that my actions were just part of who I am, and not part of who I had been programmed to be. I hadn't recognised that I was working perfectly as designed, and that my self-destructive actions were just vices that I could begin to change at any moment by reprogramming. I have always had a choice. My past traumas and mistakes can either bring me to my knees or help guide me towards a brighter future. By accepting that my inability to forgive myself was nothing but a mind virus holding me back from achieving the life I deserve, I have been able to set off on my hero's journey to discover who I really am.
If you’re ready to embark on this transformative journey and unlock the full potential of self-forgiveness, my program Stop Playing Small is designed to guide you through the process of overcoming self-sabotage and embracing your true capabilities. You’ll learn how to harness the power of your subconscious mind to break free from the limiting beliefs instilled by societal conditioning, and step into a life of confidence and abundance, with a mindset of self-compassion and resilience.
Stay tuned for more insights on how to keep challenging the psychological manipulation we’re up against, and how to evolve into the best version of ourselves and thrive. Thanks for reading!
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