I Have Random Thoughts

Does being happy with your life mean that your previous selves can look at your current one and feel satisfied, and your current self look at the former ones and do the same?

My old selves would be sneer at some of the things I enjoy now, at my work,probably at my political views, but they would be glad to see I have found true love and (most of the times) inner peace.

There are old selves I can look at with affection, and others that I prefer not to look at. Can a person be glad of what they used to be in every past stage of their lives? I think such acceptance only comes when we see death is close.

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novembermoon · 51-55

As we grow and evolve over time, I think self acceptance is key to mental health. I often feel sorry for my past self. And if I see that girl again, I would give her a hug and tell her not to worry because things will turn out ok. Probably I will tell her not to be afraid to be more assertive, to not absorb everything quietly.

Cierzo · M

@novembermoon It is. I don't think complete self-acceptance may happen during our lifetime, but self-acceptance being larger than self-rejection is certsinly key to be mentally healthy.