Being Self-Sufficient

Post date: Apr 18, 2021 6:57:54 PM

"Religion and self-sufficiency are contradictory terms..."

‎Self-interest: The emotionally healthy individual should primarily be true to himself and not masochistically sacrifice himself for others... His awareness and consideration for others should be derived from the idea that he himself wants to enjoy freedom from unnecessary pain and restriction, and that he is only likely to do so by helping create a world in which the rights of others, as well as his own, are not needlessly curtailed...

Self-direction: He should assume responsibility for his own life, be able independently to work out most of his problems, and while at times wanting or preferring the cooperation and help of others, not need their support for his effectiveness and well-being...