Think about it: what weakens us is feeling offended by the deeds and misdeeds of our fellow men. Our self-importance requires that we spend most of our lives offended by someone.
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In "Fire from Within," Carlos Castaneda discusses the impact of feeling offended by the actions of others. He suggests that such feelings weaken us mentally and emotionally, as they stem from our own sense of self-importance. When we allow ourselves to be hurt by what others do, it directs our focus outward instead of nurturing our inner strength.
Castaneda emphasizes that this cycle of offense keeps us trapped in a state...
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