Here is a twist on that command: Honor your inner father and mother. We each have a part of us that, like an ideal parent, knows what we most need to take good care of ourselves: when we need rest or healthy food or exercise or time with friends; when we need to stop being so hard on ourselves and when we need to work harder. Our inner parent loves us unconditionally and also does not let us get away with excuses, self-justifications half-truths, or selling ourselves short. Our inner parent has great tenderness and high standards for us. Today, listen to the wisdom of your inner excellent parent.
The Bible says in the ten commandments, "Honor thy father and mother."
Here is a twist on that command: Honor your inner father and mother. We each have a part of us that, like an ideal parent, knows what we most need to take good care of ourselves: when we need rest or healthy food or exercise or time with friends; when we need to stop being so hard on ourselves and when we need to work harder. Our inner parent loves us unconditionally and also does not let us get away with excuses, self-justifications half-truths, or selling ourselves short. Our inner parent has great tenderness and high standards for us. Today, listen to the wisdom of your inner excellent parent.
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AuthorTarn Wilson is the author of the memoir The Slow Farm and numerous essays. You may read more of her work at tarnwilson.com. Archives
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