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How To Make Friends With The Dark: A Journey Into the Shadow Self

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We all have a dark side. It's the part of us that we don't like to admit to, the part that we hide from the world. But what if I told you that your dark side is actually your greatest asset?

In her book, How to Make Friends with the Dark, Kate Rose explores the shadow self, that part of us that we keep hidden away. She argues that the shadow self is not something to be feared, but rather a source of great power and wisdom.

If you're ready to embrace your dark side and learn how to use it for good, then How to Make Friends with the Dark is the book for you.

How to Make Friends with the Dark

by Kathleen Glasgow

4.7 out of 5

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What is the Shadow Self?

The shadow self is the part of us that we don't like to admit to. It's the part of us that we hide from the world, the part that we try to suppress.

The shadow self can be anything from our deepest fears to our darkest desires. It can be our anger, our jealousy, our greed, or our lust.

We all have a shadow self, and it's nothing to be ashamed of. In fact, the shadow self is a natural part of human nature. It's what makes us human.

The problem is, most of us try to deny our shadow self. We try to pretend that it doesn't exist, or that it's not important. But the more we try to deny it, the more power it has over us.

How to Make Friends with the Dark

If you want to live a more fulfilling life, then you need to learn how to make friends with your dark side. This doesn't mean that you have to embrace your every negative thought and feeling. It simply means that you need to accept that the shadow self is a part of you, and that it's okay to have those thoughts and feelings.

The first step to making friends with your dark side is to become aware of it. Pay attention to your thoughts and feelings, and don't be afraid to acknowledge the negative ones. Once you're aware of your shadow self, you can start to work on accepting it.

This doesn't mean that you have to like your shadow self, or that you have to agree with it. It simply means that you need to accept that it's a part of you.

Once you've accepted your shadow self, you can start to work on integrating it into your life. This means finding ways to express your dark side in a healthy way.

For example, if you're angry, you could find a safe way to express that anger, such as writing in a journal or talking to a therapist. If you're jealous, you could try to understand why you're feeling that way, and then work on letting go of the jealousy.

The Benefits of Making Friends with the Dark

There are many benefits to making friends with your dark side. Here are a few:

You'll be more authentic. When you accept your shadow self, you'll be more authentic and genuine. You'll no longer have to pretend to be someone you're not.
You'll be more powerful. Your shadow self is a source of great power and wisdom. When you learn to access this power, you'll be more confident and capable.
You'll be more compassionate. When you understand your own shadow self, you'll be more compassionate towards others. You'll be less judgmental and more understanding.
You'll be more fulfilled. When you live in harmony with your dark side, you'll be more fulfilled and content. You'll no longer be fighting against yourself, and you'll be able to live a more authentic life.

If you're ready to embrace your dark side and learn how to use it for good, then How to Make Friends with the Dark is the book for you. This book will help you to understand your shadow self, accept it, and integrate it into your life.

When you make friends with your dark side, you'll be more authentic, more powerful, more compassionate, and more fulfilled. So what are you waiting for? Free Download your copy of How to Make Friends with the Dark today.

How to Make Friends with the Dark

by Kathleen Glasgow

4.7 out of 5