Good for you! To be honest, I’m still sensing a tiny bit of bull-shittery, but hell, I’m guilty of it too. That shadow is always gonna be there as long as we’re standing here blocking the light. We kind of can’t help it, honestly. No matter how hard I try to live without ego, it’s always there. Even if I shove it out of the way to reveal what’s lurking in the shadow, all I’m really doing is just creating another shadow somewhere else.

I don’t intend for this response to be critical. I honestly am cheering you on! I applaud your admissions of failure and the lessons learned and the growth you’ve experienced! Well done and keep going! Also, I love that James Baldwin quote, great choice!