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Being misunderstood

Being misunderstood

You have a set of characteristics and a set of beliefs about you that has become your norm. Other people also have a set of beliefs about themselves and their lives. When you make a change to yourself, big or small, those around you will not fully understand or agree with you because:

  • you're not the same they're used to;
  • you're conflicting with their own set of beliefs.

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