I’ve been right where you are, feeling like you’re taking one step forward, two steps back. However, the truth is you are making slow and steady progress; the proof of which is you wrote this.
Awareness has to be at least 50% of the battle, and now you’re awake to your tendencies and default modes. Most men have no idea why they act the way they do, but you do.
Embrace the struggle, keep taking those steps forward. And know that you’re already further along than you give yourself credit for.
Recovering Nice Guys can become deeply self-aware men that are capable of deep connection while having healthy boundaries. Learn to embrace your strengths while protecting your weaknesses.
I’ve been right where you are, feeling like you’re taking one step forward, two steps back. However, the truth is you are making slow and steady progress; the proof of which is you wrote this.
Awareness has to be at least 50% of the battle, and now you’re awake to your tendencies and default modes. Most men have no idea why they act the way they do, but you do.
Embrace the struggle, keep taking those steps forward. And know that you’re already further along than you give yourself credit for.
Recovering Nice Guys can become deeply self-aware men that are capable of deep connection while having healthy boundaries. Learn to embrace your strengths while protecting your weaknesses.
>>I avoided male role models until I was in my 30s
This is tough... I wish I had better ideas around what to do in your situation. It has to be improvable, and that you're improving is good.
>>basque
Bask!