How to Use the Art of Detachment to Stop Taking Things Personally

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“Nobody can hurt me without my permission.” — Mahatma Gandhi

Truer words were never spoken. But applying Gandhi’s wise reflection is the obvious challenge.

The ego is fragile. Rather than processing our triggers and emotions in a healthy way, our ego can be quick to create elaborate tales that keep us stuck in our wounded…