Clyde Lee Dennis here, and today in our seven good minutes. Extra segment, I want to dive

deeper into that powerful truth we just explored. The relationship you have with yourself

sets the tone for every other relationship in your life, and it all begins with the radical act of

accepting who you are in this moment. This isn't just philosophical wisdom. It's a practical

reality that plays out in your daily interactions. When you're constantly at war with yourself,

criticizing your every move, and questioning your worth, you bring that energy into every room

you enter. You might find yourself seeking validation from others

to fill the void of self-acceptance, or perhaps you become defensive because you're already

attacking yourself internally. But when you cultivate genuine self-acceptance, something remarkable

happens. You stop needing others to complete you or validate your existence. You can receive

compliments without deflecting them and handle criticism, without it devastating your sense of self.

You show up authentically because you're not trying to hide parts of yourself you've deemed

unacceptable. Think about the people in your life who seem most at peace with

themselves. Notice how comfortable they make you feel, how their self-acceptance creates space

for you to be authentic too. This is the gift you give the world when you embrace who you are. You

create permission for others to do the same. Here's something to reflect on.

What would change in your relationships if you truly accepted yourself as you are right now?

How might your interactions shift if you weren't constantly seeking approval or fearing judgment?

Let me leave you with this affirmation.

I am worthy of love and acceptance exactly as I am, and this truth radiates through every

relationship in my life. Until next time, I'm Clyde Lee Dennis, and this has been seven good minutes,

extra.

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