Laboring Under A Label | by Madisyn Taylor We live in a culture that uses labels as a means of understanding the world and the people living in it. As a result, many of us find ourselves laboring under a label that has a negative connotation. Unless we can find a way to see the good in such a label, we may feel burdened by an idea of ourselves that is not accurate. It is important to remember that almost nothing in this world is all good or all bad, and most everything is a complex mixture of gifts and challenges. In addition, different cultures revere certain qualities over others, but this does not mean that these qualities are inherently good or bad. For example, a culture that elevates outgoing behavior will label an introvert in a negative way, calling them antisocial. In truth, the ability to spend time alone is one that most great artists, mystics, and visionaries share. Owning the positive side of this label can lead us deeper into our gifted visions and fertile imaginations. When we look into the lives of any of the great people in history, we always find that they had quirks and eccentricities that earned them less than ideal labels from the societies in which they lived. Many famous artists and musicians were considered to be isolated loners or disruptive troublemakers, or sometimes both, yet these people altered history and contributed to the world an original vision or advances in our understanding of the universe. If we can remember this as we examine our own selves and the labels people use to describe us, we find that there is a bright side to any characterization. If you have been labeled, remember that all you have to do to see the positive side is to turn the label around. For example, you may be considered to be overly emotional, and the fact that you are perceived this way may make you feel out of control. But notice, too, the gifts of being able to feel and express your emotions, even in a world that doesn't always encourage that. You might begin to see yourself as brave and open-hearted enough to stay alive to your feelings. You may also see that there are certain paths and professions in which this is a necessary ability. As you turn your label around, the light of your true nature shines to guide you on your way. | DailyOM Course Spotlight by Wendy Newman For many women, feeling unheard, unseen, and underappreciated by men can affect romantic their relationships, work life, and family dynamics. The simple truth is, men and women listen, process, and speak in very different ways and the secret is in learning how to communicate effectively for the best results. With this course, you'll discover how to speak the language of men -- and you'll get expert solutions to some of the most frustrating and puzzling male behaviors known to womenkind. Top 10 DailyOM Courses 1. From Self-Destruction to Reconstruction 2. Shedding Your Menopausal Middle in 10 Days 3. Stretch and Strengthen Your Lower Back 4. Fit and Fierce Over 40 5. Go Sleeveless in 14 Days 6. Write. Heal. Transform: A Magical Memoir Writing Course 7. 21 Day Tabata Yoga Body Challenge 8. No-Squat Booty Workout 9. Dancer's Legs in 14 Days 10. Chair Yoga for Healing, Strength and Mobility
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