True personal growth requires self-awareness, and individuals must be willing to confront their emotions and the past to facilitate healing.

“If you spend your whole life looking outside you could read every book in the world and still be absolutely miserable. I think you it requires this application of self-awareness to really unlock your happiness.”

Self-awareness and the ability to process trauma require accepting the present moment rather than resisting reality.

“I have found that to be a great formula for operating in any crisis or challenging circumstance. Get to acceptance as quickly as you can and that will allow you to cope better with this present moment”