It also can help you remain calm and resilient in the face of adversity.
Connecting with it is crucial for living your healthiest life.
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This external world can be demanding.
This conflict ultimately causesstressthat can damage the mind, body, and spirit.
The resulting stress can make you more vulnerable to illness and affect daily functioning.
You might also be at risk of turning to quick “fixes” such as drugs and alcohol.
Slow down, focus on the moment, and listen to your thoughts as you go about your day.
If you still feel conflicted, consider the need for life changes to address these issues.
Perhaps starting a new job, working on your relationship, or ending a friendship might be in order.
Only you will know the specific changes that might bring you back into balance.
For example, one person might change careers or reduce working hours to spend more time with family.
Another might change their field of work to more closely align with a cause.
Some conflicts between the inner and outer selves are small enough to resolve easily.
Your inner self is the very core of your being: your authentic self.
Getting to know your inner self brings self-awareness, along with many other emotional and psychological benefits.
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