tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-287410607521132003.post5116940845551493671..comments2023-03-17T01:29:38.462-07:00Comments on Philae 42 North: A Falling Leaf - A Humbling ExperienceLaine Satyrhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04589191585493777545noreply@blogger.comBlogger1125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-287410607521132003.post-1361681558677518562012-04-08T14:20:47.190-07:002012-04-08T14:20:47.190-07:00I've been enjoying James Ricklef's recent ...I've been enjoying James Ricklef's recent series on Pithy Tarot Meanings, and his blog post on Judgement showed up in my reader directly above yours. When I read what you wrote, it seemed James' post, which I'd just read, had been a lovely confirmation of your insight on self-forgiveness: <br /><br /> http://jamesricklef.wordpress.com/2012/04/08/pithy-judgment/<br /><br />There's a difference between defending one's self and reacting defensively. Forgive yourself for being defensive instead of calmly defending your position. There's nothing wrong with defending yourself, even if it turned out your friend was only joking. Applaud yourself for being able to recognize how amazingly kick-ass you really are, and can take on all naysayers, if ever need be!Diotima Mantineahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01395130567617095136noreply@blogger.com