Reflecting on the Nature of Self-centeredness and its Impact on Empathy

It sounds like you're reflecting on the nature of self-centeredness and its impact on empathy. 

When people are excessively self-absorbed, they often struggle to recognize or prioritise the needs and feelings of others. This lack of awareness can lead to a range of issues in relationships and communities, as empathy and understanding are essential for healthy interactions and mutual support.

Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another, and it requires a willingness to step outside oneself and consider someone else's perspective. When someone is too focused on their own needs and desires, it becomes challenging to genuinely connect with others and respond to their needs.

Would you like to discuss strategies for dealing with self-centred behaviour in others, or perhaps explore ways to cultivate empathy and awareness in yourself or others?

As A Deep Thinker

 As a deep thinker,

I am insatiably curious about the world around me. I want to know more because knowledge makes me happy.

I prefer to ruminate over more pressing issues and problem solving. So if I miss your birthday or anniversary, don’t worry; it’s nothing personal.

One of the unique things about being a deep thinker is that I spend so much time with my thoughts that I am able to know things about myself that others don’t take the time to understand. This makes me very perceptive in real life and allows me to tap into things that other people miss out on.

I can laugh at myself. I love life enough to know that silly things and amazing things happen. I don’t take myself too seriously, and that makes for a wonderful life in and of itself.

I analyze my experiences. I take facts and experiences from the past and link them with new facts and experiences. I like to be nostalgic, but I also like to prepare for the future by learning from the past. Thus, draw a bigger picture to see how things connect.

I look at things from multiple perspectives. I tend to do a lot of observing when other people speak. Observations of social situations and how people react and perceive them are a strong feature of my personality.

I am naturally empathic and accepting of others, and I have realistic answers to problems.

GET UP! The Deeper Things of God.

Before I start writing, God, I thank You for Your grace and Your love, which were poured out for me on the cross through the blood of Your Son, Jesus Christ. When I was dead in my sins, You gave me new life so that I might live—not because I deserved it, but because it is a gift freely given to those who believe. Therefore, I do not boast. If I must boast, I will boast about the things that concern my weaknesses. Jesus, You have redeemed me from the curse of the law by becoming a curse for me. God, I give you all the honor, all the praise, and all the glory. God, please enlighten the eyes of my understanding, and as I am about to write, lead me by the power of the Holy Spirit. In Jesus' Mighty Name, Amen!

Psalm 42:4

Why are you cast down, O my soul?
And why are you disquieted within me?
Hope in God, for I shall yet praise Him

For the help of His countenance.

GET UP!

Lift up your eyes to the heavens. You are a daughter and a son of the most high God, who had you in mind when he died on the cross. God poured out His Spirit for all. He loves you so much and is not willing for anyone to perish. In fact, Jesus came so that you might have life and have it more abundantly. 

GET UP!

There's a place where only God can meet you. There is a place where only God can begin his work in you. There is a place where, when surrendering, you meet God. Soaked in his presence, he will make mysteries known. When you incline your ear, you become more sensitive to what God is telling you. When you study the word of God, you get to know him personally. You will discover that the great I AM is omnipotent, omniscient, and omnipresent. You could meet Jesus face-to-face and you could have a personal relationship with him. In His presence is the fullness of joy. He is a son who is exalted above the angels. He is the creator of the world and the sustainer of all things. In Hebrews, the Holy Spirit makes mention of the following, for it is written, "Today, if you will hear His voice, do not harden your heart as in the rebellion." It is by faith that we understand. 

GET UP!

God reveals himself to those who diligently seek him. God is close to the crushed in spirit and the brokenhearted. He will never leave you or forsake you. He is a loving father who disciplines the one he loves and chastens everyone he accepts as his son. Therefore, do not be downcast, oh soul! Lift up your eyes to the heavens! Feel the Prince of Peace's sweet embrace and loving arms. The moment we turn to Jesus with an open heart, the veil is lifted, and we see. He is gracious and compassionate, slow to anger. His mercy endures forever; therefore, give thanks to the Lord always!

We have all sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, yet we are justified by His grace. We should strive daily to be led by the Spirit, crying out, Abba, Father! 

Today, I just want to tell you that no matter what you are facing or going through,

just get up!