Thoughts from Virginia Satir

Amidst my studies, there are some gems of wisdom that I'd like to pass on.  They are simple yet deeply profound, thought provoking, as well as challenging .  They are not my own thoughts, but come from the brilliant family psychotherapist,Virginia Satir...

The Five Freedoms

The freedom to see and hear what is here, instead of what should be, was or will be.

The freedom to say what you feel and think instead of what you should.

The freedom to feel what you feel, instead of what you ought.

The freedom to ask for what you want, instead of always waiting for permission.

The freedom to take risks on your own behalf instead of choosing to be "secure" and not rocking the boat.