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Podcast: Mindful Pause Podcast
Episode: Defense Is the First Act of War
Description: Relationships are our mirrors and can be our best teachers. Byron Katie says, “Defense is the first act of war. The ego hates criticism and loves agreement. If I agree with you, you love me. The minute I don't agree with you, the moment I question one of your sacred beliefs, I become your enemy. Then you start looking for all the reasons why you're right, and you stay focused outside yourself. When you're focused outside and believe that your problem is caused by someone else, rather than by your attachment to the story you're beli...