We Are All Coworkers on Steem: You, Me And Everyone Here

tommyquest (47) · 7 years ago

as always a thoughtful and well thought out piece which i've come to expect from you. you've blossomed quite well as a writer! i wish i could get my thoughts together as well as you do - everytime i try to write something the idea skeeters away from me, going into hiding, immune to my searching and probing attempts to recapture it

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

Well that sounds like a post right there! Part of it, is just starting.....being committed to just whatever floats by in your mind.

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aftabkhan10 (65) · 7 years ago

Oh yeah, if you to bring the change, then you must start from within yourself, fully agree with it @stellabelle.
What I like about steemit is that people from around the world with different ethnicity, race, religions work here, and positive thing is that are here working in peace.

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williams858 (57) · 7 years ago

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

ha ha this was funny! Of course I am GIF ADDICT...

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etainclub (78) · 7 years ago

I have not expected this kind of article on steemit. I am impressed. I have also been writing articles of the similar theme as this article although you cannot understand them because they are written in Korean.

To achieve self-actualizatiom what we need is to be in that state instead of trying to attain the state. This is what I learned through my experiences.

Thank you for the awesome article.
I resteem this to Korean society.

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

Also, I allow free translations, which means that anyone can translate this and get the rewards...

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etainclub (78) · 7 years ago

Oh thank you.
I want to connect more and more people with humanity, but it is not effective for now because of my steem power, I think.
People in Korea will hear your voice more than mine.
Thank you for your kind offerings.

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etainclub (78) · 7 years ago

I translated this into Korean and posted in #kr community.
https://steemit.com/kr/@etainclub/we-are-all-coworkers-on-steem-you-me-and-everyone-here
Thank you for letting me translate this into Korean.

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago (edited)

yes, thank you.

To achieve self-actualizatiom what we need is to be in that state instead of trying to attain the state

This is a great insight.
I was also wondering if there is someone from Korea who can give updates in English about current happenings in steemit. Is there someone who could do this? I'm starting a new show that is like a Steem News Show....please advise.

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etainclub (78) · 7 years ago

you mean updates of current happenings in Korean community?
I will think about it.
Tell me more about your new project. It will help me find proper persons.
Thanks to the suggestion.

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lordkingpotato (60) · 7 years ago

Aside from the idea of mining with our minds this is the second best "ideology" that I think I won't forget in all of your post,"The main reason I don't follow any one religion is because I always thought it would be more interesting if I made one up myself. ". Ma'am I salute you for being a bad*ss. You're one my favorite action heroes now. Lol. Haha. Just kidding. But really, that was an amazing line. Thank you for inspiring all people in this community. Good luck, more power and stay healthy! :D

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nideo (52) · 7 years ago

and I LOVE YOU!

you guys are the best coworkers ever.

I love the fact that you wrote this 11 minutes ago from anywhere in the world, and I am able to talk to you all while we all get rewarded spiritually, creatively, and financially.

peace and love!!
:)

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

yeah, it's pretty mind blowing! Equally mind blowing is that I did zero editing, and just really unleashed this in a matter of minutes.......I feel that it's entwined with what Tesla has envisioned as far as energy circulation....meaning thought energy is turned into electric money.....the really epic thing is that we get to complete the cycle with our upvotes. That should be a reason to do a happy dance...
It's funny, because I am a cynic and prone to very dark moods.....I'm trying to force myself out of them..

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nideo (52) · 7 years ago (edited)

I love that I do not know you,
I'll never meet you.
and I am connecting with you in real time.
and I relate to your experience, all of it.

don't force yourself out of anything love,
just

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eurogee (65) · 7 years ago

Hello @Stellabelle

This is a very insightful and detailed article by you. And I found your summation under the below quoted context very useful:

what I was trying to say is that we all are coworkers in a decentralized organization, that has no physical boundaries. If you think about Planet Steem in these terms, it might release your mind from only thinking about blogging as a means to earn. You might be tempted to start any number of projects that go well beyond the scope of blogging......You might even start a new religion

It was as though you're speaking directly to me. I will certainly put your advice to good use in terms of not seeing Steemit as only a means to earn more money but to pursue worthwhile projects that will have a great impact to humanity. Thanks for sharing.

leotrap (72) · 7 years ago

Hi @stellabelle , Hi steemian! I'm using internet since 1995 and Steemit is the FIRST social network or that makes me have the desire of be a part of this and envourage me to be so exposed as i think. This Little Internet Town really Rocks!

edith4angelseu (57) · 7 years ago

This is wonderful. Truly acquisition of money does not bring happiness. Self actualisation or fulfilment is what many strive towards but how many can really achieve it?

oluwatobiloba (69) · 7 years ago

self actualization is a major key to achieve more success and greatness in life. An individual might have dreams, goals and aspirations but without the realization of the type of strength you posses within, all those plans and goals becomes absolutely unrealistic. It begins with waking up everyday and telling yourself that you are great and you can do all that you plan to do without fear.

droucil (62) · 7 years ago (edited)

Lol, yeah you kinda wandered off there starting to talk about the higher self xD Steemit is like a gateway for me finally enabling to be part of this change in the world.

goldendawne (69) · 7 years ago (edited)

Very interesting post. Definitely gave me some 'food' for thought.
Steemit has opened my eyes to re-establishing myself as a writer as well as introducing me to others that I was unaware even existed.

As far as FB, I have no use for the platform's division of life, religious beliefs or political preference.

stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

yeah, that's what i am feeling as well. Steemit gives us a reset in our own awakening...

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steemitadventure (66) · 7 years ago

I have thought about this and one thing that springs to mind is many are here for the same reason. I find most of the ones I have shared interest with view it as a place to try new things and making a little "money" while also having some degree of "faith" in the concept of crypto.

I think that alone is very much a building stone for many aspects of a positive community.

stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

That is usually the first layer of understanding.....but after one spends more time, and accumulates enough to sustain one's self, (which is difficult, I know at this stage), the other ideas filter in about it being a DAO.

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awakened-oracle (51) · 7 years ago

I enjoyed your post. Although we may take different paths on the journey as long as self realization and compassionate contributions are the goal its a win-win interaction, I feel. Thanks for sharing your insight...

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steemvest17 (68) · 7 years ago

What we hope is, steem as a unifier, remains decentralized and universal. Nice @stellabelle

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magnata (66) · 7 years ago

Interesting and correct article. Thank you very much.

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fingalenz (51) · 7 years ago

How I wish I can motivate or think half of the way you do. You're always impressive dear. Keep the good work

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dwarrilow2002 (65) · 7 years ago (edited)

The great lie is this: if you get enough money to buy things, then your life will be full and happy.

Money is a dissatisfier.

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happyme (68) · 7 years ago

This video speaks the truth! Great little conversation there.

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

yeah, passion is the real thing that motivates!

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dwarrilow2002 (65) · 7 years ago

When you use Maslow as a reference, the desire for water, food (and other physiological needs) are self limiting ... if you drink too much water you drown.

Ignore the commentary of "Gotcha" and examine this woman in terms of her motivations. People too often get positive reinforcement for the "dark" side of motivators. At some stage some person said that having pink hair and rings in the lips were "cool". This led this person down a very dark path of self-actualization.

As Abraham Maslow noted, the basic needs of humans must be met (e.g. food, shelter, warmth, security, sense of belonging) before a person can achieve self-actualization – the need to be good, to be fully alive and to find meaning in life. Yet, Maslow argued that reaching a state of true self-actualization in everyday society was fairly rare. Research shows that when people live lives that are different from their true nature and capabilities, they are less likely to be happy than those whose goals and lives match. For example, someone who has inherent potential to be a great artist or teacher may never realize his/her talents if their energy is focused on attaining the basic needs of humans.
Source: Wikipedia

This person (possibly living with her mother) has all of her basic needs covered. I suspect that any attempt at living with normalcy has been negatively reinforced. When friends invite a person to "party" it isn't to necessarily to help with people's needs but to establish group conformity.

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tremendospercy (65) · 7 years ago

My oh my, I love it when a post goes as deep as this one did without that being the original intention. Coming to Steemit was one of the best decisions I have ever made. Prior to coming I had refused to ever be involved in any social media although my experiences here haven't changed my mind. The reason being Steemit is so different to the other platforms, as you say there are so many people from so many places and walks of life working together in relative harmony. It's unique and I cherish it. I know it will change over time however I hope the respect and love shown in this community stays the same, it's changed my life.
Great work @stellabelle

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

It will change into trash if we let it. It takes all of us, working as a tribe to make it something valuable. People don't realize this....

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tremendospercy (65) · 7 years ago

Agreed, the battle against annoying spammers is an important one. Even since I came in May the appearance of worthless accounts has exploded, I'm happy to respect anyones right to be here and to post their thoughts and opinions for the rest of us to see however shameless spamming is the one thing I want to see discouraged to the point of extinction. The other concern of mine is the potential for big business to get involved, while it would be financially rewarding for some I'm sure a bigger say in how the platform operates would be the trade off, if that happens Steemit will end up like YT & FB. That would be a sad day and I'd be off. Thanks for the work you do to keep the platform true to its original idea. 😉

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dougbudlong (52) · 7 years ago (edited)

This had me thinking about the positive influence of money on Steemit. What is behind the money? What does money represent to most of us on Steemit?: Ownership. Regardless of account value, everyone has an asset with potential that we aren't even aware of yet. On other platforms, it's easy to misbehave- and it's contagious.. non-constructive attitudes and reactions.. to forget empathy, respect and that other people and relations with other people matter. It doesn't seem as "real" when nobody else is in the room. So what helps us stay mindful of our virtual workplace and our co workes- and how? A dollar on Steemit is a collective expression of our involvement. And "money" is emotionally tied to acquiring tangible rewards and material freedom. It is instinctual to scout about, gathering nuts and it's healthy when you've been able to mindfully "keep it real", operating from a higher perspective. So I see primal motive and collective need which in turn gives way to mutual support / development, and high appreciation for others (love and survival of the community).

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aldentan (67) · 7 years ago

The fact that we don't have a referral scheme here means we won't be in danger of becoming some MLM pyramid.

The fact that the big guys and the whales want to help the smaller guys speak a lot.

The fact that people here are positive AND real (hence not that woo-woo), makes for the possibility of a better life for all of us.

That's how inspiring Steemit has been for me.

"The great lie is this: if you get enough money to buy things, then your life will be full and happy."

I always believed money won't make you happy. It just makes life easier.

With that ease, it's all about, as you said, empowering yourself to make yourself better and not just buy useless shit that will create a void at the end.

We are all friends here. It's like a real online platform where we get to virtually travel to each other.

Thanks for the post @stellabelle. Looking forward to the news you have!

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g-mor (59) · 7 years ago (edited)

i love this part where you said

Why is Steemit not creating a divide between the 2 parties that are currently at war in the USA on platforms like Facebook?

Omg, you are right Stella,

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nideo (52) · 7 years ago

when I go on Facebook, I feel like I am in an echo chamber. I barely see posts by my friends anymore, and they rarely see mine. Facebook feels like.a mall.

this seems like an awesome music festival.

I love you guys

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leotrap (72) · 7 years ago

Can't be more agree with you! is totally true. I have to be in Fcbk for work twice a week, and is a suffering. Never used it for myself... really never did it maybe because I 'm a bit more form the old School chat... . And just can understand how people can be so blind of facebook....

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

Yeah, FaceMall. That's what we should call it. I read an article about Zuck the other day. He's a small thinker, and I was actually grossed out by his personality. It's weird to think that he has all that wealth.

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majes.tytyty (78) · 7 years ago

Thanks for a very thought-provoking piece. As you make clear, the truth is found within. (And as writers, we strive to bring out some of that truth.)

Regarding your comment about hallucinogens, I recall a lyric by Mark E Smith of the Manchester post-punk band The Fall. He sang (actually ranted), "I don't need the acid factories. I've got mushrooms in the field."

That is, he didn't need chemical highs: his high was natural. Not to disparage chemical highs, but natural highs are definitely healthier.

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mintu (46) · 7 years ago

Beautiful pictures in post. thanks friend for sharing.

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zul88 (53) · 7 years ago

a very interesting post and I really like it @stellbelle 👍👍

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joao-cacador (49) · 7 years ago

Great point! "Our loyalties come in different flavors and shades, based our unique belief systems." @stellabelle

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bashadow (65) · 7 years ago

I don't know how long it took for you to write that all out, it took me 2.5 hours to read it and all the comments, with a comment to a comment thrown in on occasion, and one comment upvote. For me to have written something like that would take a year, then I would be to scared shitless to post it.

I keep looking around on steemit, and I have come to one conclusion, If the UN allows, Nigeria is going to be one heck of a country in the next 5 years.

no physical boundaries. If you think about Planet Steem in these terms

I love this quote and think of Steem this way. You have a very nice group of followers that have such good insights. There were so many comments that I wanted to comment on, that if I did I would never make it to the end. Looking forward to your new project. Thank You and your followers/commenters for keeping me entertained in a pleasant way.

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kiligirl (66) · 7 years ago

Fascinating tour de stream of consciousness - thank you for not editing your detour out, @stellabelle 😊😊

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fajarsdq (63) · 7 years ago

good post @stellabelle

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anforo (56) · 7 years ago

Yea, the most inspired community I've ever seen! Since you don't get any money from comments, you get raising growth in rate and your upvotes become heavier with time. So there's no time spent without use on Steemit)

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bien (70) · 7 years ago

Absolutely right,i agree on that @stellabelle

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smyle (66) · 7 years ago

This is powerful! Poverty is a problem first and most of the things we do as human rest on how financially independent we are.

Self actualization is another thing i want to achieve myself too. I always imagine a world with no boundaries, where nothing stops my imagination and where i am free to to do anything noble.

This is one piece with so many messages in it.

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aclenx (54) · 7 years ago

Waiting for you big project ma'am :) cheers!

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drigweeu (60) · 7 years ago

Lovely post , unity is so stick at steemit. Steemians have one common goal "money" , so one have to play along in other to have quality friend. Apart from money, steemians talks about quality and originality so everyone love to see whats new because everything each day each seconds is new. One love at @stellabelle

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bashadow (65) · 7 years ago

Steemians have one common goal "money"

I would have to disagree with that . I have no monetary goals on steemit right now. I know that may change, but right now more interested in the social growth of steemit, of the community, and of connecting people to people.

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teamhumble (74) · 7 years ago

if you are involved of course the project is gonna be epic and absurd! you'll totally rock it. thank you for this thought provoking piece. i'm happy to be a co-worker on this platform ANY day! oh btw? up for doing another LINE of video? we have a video #2 up! :)

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

as my project is literally going to eat up all my energy, i have to decline.....good luck to you though.

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teamhumble (74) · 7 years ago

not a problem! :) totally understand. likewise! :) if i can help or assist you know where i am.

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stellabelle (75) · 7 years ago

Ok, this is great news. I probably will need help once I put it all together....

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teamhumble (74) · 7 years ago

1000% count on me. whatever ya need. if i can do it. i'll be there.

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bekky (56) · 7 years ago

Weldone @stellabelle...I love the part where you mentioned that money does not solve all problem.....and the self empowerment aspct... I totally agree with you on those part. Keep the good work up...

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acedawnmusic (53) · 7 years ago

How beautiful. :,)
Steem on! <3

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ntony (55) · 7 years ago

I like that you make your own religion. I also make my own religion, mostly from pieces of other religions.

I've looked in Google for the definition of self-actualization:
The realization or fulfilment of one's talents and potentialities, especially considered as a drive or need present in everyone.

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maulida (60) · 7 years ago

good post @stellabelle

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soulsistashakti (62) · 7 years ago

Cutting away what has formed our personalities through conditioning is the most important goal one can have, IMO. Very nice read.

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magicbot (53) · 7 years ago

Looks preety post

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tojukaka (68) · 7 years ago

People who are in despair and fear are much easier to control than people who are empowered.

Totally agree

For too long our government has used poverty and ignorance to control people. It's appalling

During elections in Nigeria you see people voting for a candidate because they were given a bag of rice. Smh

I'm already excited about your project @stellabelle

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bashadow (65) · 7 years ago

During your next election, the politicians may need to be giving away free steem if they want to be elected. Such a large and loving community from Nigeria on Steemit.

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mihail.tsvetkov (63) · 7 years ago (edited)

Thank you @stellabelle you are one of the rеаsons to get me here in steemit platform. A week ago I watched your interview on youtube with Terry L Brock. I listen to your story. It touched and inspired me. I had my account registered here for more then a month but I didn't do any interaction until critical point was reached and your interview and your passion helped me a lot. Thank you stellabelle you are a true steemit actvist and supporter. I followed one of your wise advise and for the last 4 days just kept connecting with people and i see that the steemit community is very supportive and generous. connecting is a very smart way to get some new friends when you are still a newbie.

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idunique (51) · 7 years ago

U led bare the inner man. This post has left me reflecting on my Life. I admire artistry when I see one.
Quite inspiring. Thanks a lot @stellabelle

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murdanialthaf (45) · 7 years ago

Great post @stellabelle 😊

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dylanjacobson (54) · 7 years ago

Beautifully written! You have a way with words and it is great to see how able and comfortable you are writing deep content now compared to before you started steeming. Thank you for sharing and I hope we can all continue contributing great content to this wonderful community.

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foxkoit (70) · 7 years ago

Very good Post :) I like it :) I go and read more time :)

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mekfigo (30) · 7 years ago

🤙🏾 Makes me believe that ideas like the Venus Project can be materialized! 🙌🏾

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greenrun (66) · 7 years ago

Man Know Thyself

The Ancient Greek aphorism may seem simple but when you look at it you would see its far deeper than you may see at first glance. I know when you know yourself you'll be able to work towards self actualization.
Deep stuff you posted here and like I said before I like surprises so I am eagerly waiting for that big announcement
Thanks for this wonderful piece. Peace.

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gunneresq (55) · 7 years ago

Very true @greenrun. Funny enough the maxim was among the famous wisdoms and quotes the greeks philosophers took from the ancient Egyptian mystery system: Man Know thyself

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greenrun (66) · 7 years ago

Not really a philosophy, just that the quote is everywhere and thus caught my attention :)

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gunneresq (55) · 7 years ago

Oh. Sure.

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greenrun (66) · 7 years ago

✌️

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inquiringtimes (64) · 7 years ago

Thank you! Your posts are always uplifting! I am grateful to be considered your co-worker

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dollypor (52) · 7 years ago

This is a real definition/ article on what steemit really stands for, i really wish i could write this excellently well am always on your blog to learn more. Welldone

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happyme (68) · 7 years ago

.You might even start a new religion....

I already HAVE started my own religion and I freely discuss it whenever people wish to discuss religions. It is my own belief and I have no written documentation or followers, but I see that there are others who have also come to similar conclusions as I have.

When I was in high school, I also started a new saying. There was a term, 'Bimbo' used for describing someone who might otherwise be termed a 'dumb blonde'. I combined the word, 'dim' (as in 'not too bright') with the end of 'bimbo' to create the word, 'Dimbo' and it actually caught on as a word used to describe someone who did something stupid.

If you think about Planet Steem in these terms, it might release your mind from only thinking about blogging as a means to earn.

I have been running a game right here on steemit for quite some time already. It's nothing too technical, but it's fun and not a blog, and does earn a few pennies each day, while at the same time earning participants money as well.

As you so nicely put it, it is only the limits of our imaginations that limit what we can do.

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mickyscofield (54) · 7 years ago

I had no idea I was going to talk about this deep stuff.....what I was trying to say is that we all are coworkers in a decentralized organization, that has no physical boundaries

This got me right on...Steemit is what I do full-time, it's been amazing since I focused fully on it, having left my job.
Truly, we are all stakeholders in a decentralized organization

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anialexander (57) · 7 years ago

loved this post Stella!
"The great lie is this: if you get enough money to buy things, then your life will be full and happy." - that is so true...

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sweetestglo-eu (59) · 7 years ago (edited)

The truth that your teachers never told you is this: real empowerment comes from within yourself.
This always sounds woo-woo to say, but I know it's true. I've experienced it. Now, there are many obstacles that can get in your way, as you try to become empowered by your own mind.

We are our own struggles, even when people get together for the empowerment some people still go through the back door to overshadow others... I believe the betterment of anything/place or organisation starts with you and i, where no one can be greedy enough to backstab others.

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sweetestglo-eu (59) · 7 years ago

Dunno why i wrote an off point comment, maybe cos i'm mad about my dear country... The current situation and celebrating its independence day.. Lol.

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gunneresq (55) · 7 years ago

this is quite funny.

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sweetestglo-eu (59) · 7 years ago

Lol🙈🙈🙈🙈...

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kuku12170 (60) · 7 years ago

Steem is still the only adequate resource, with simple and sane people, I very much hope that it will remain so.

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teamsteem (74) · 7 years ago

Amen!

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mers (66) · 7 years ago

Hi @stellabelle
I thought of this post as really mindblowing, all the things you said are really true.... to think of all those material things that would make one happy is an absurd a belief. Most of the wealthy people are the saddest people on earth because they wouldn´t know how best to safeguard their money and family. Why do people consult their shrinks most of the time ?... what is on their minds that they needed someone to help them out of their daily blues?.... it is their own mind that is empowering them because of trying to achieve a status quo, which in the first place t is not necessary at all if they have a sound mind. We have to keep our sanity in this violent and harsh world.

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yudexisjaume (47) · 7 years ago

Hi, I'm from Venezuela, I like your post, can you give me a vote for my last post?

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rebeccabe (63) · 7 years ago

Great post 100% upvote from me.
Well said.. enjoyed the read. Today I have not been able to be on much..so many things to take care of. you know how life beckons with those dirty clothes.. stopping by to see what's up and am glad I did.. :) 🌸

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ewuoso (63) · 7 years ago

real empowerment comes from within yourself.

that is one of the things @surpassinggoogle is preaching with his ongoing contest . It has to be a strong decision to take and once it has been made it will go a long way in reshaping ones's future.
thank you for the comment on my wall, advising me to combine homesteading with steemit. I have thought of it and felt it will be a great idea instead of depending on someone. though i am facing some challenges as to making that work. I know i will fix that in due time . thank you

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abeem90 (52) · 7 years ago

Abraham Marlow indeed saw self actualization as the highest hierarchy of need. This is profound... Just as you stated, once this is realized you can achieve just about anything.

But your brilliant write-ups still keeps me astounded each time. As there is always a touch of excellence to the well-crafted write-up. I admire you a lot...

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rahulsaini (57) · 7 years ago

Hey ! You said very well. This post is so impressive . I never thought about this type of post we get on steemit.
But you have a good creative mind..so keep posting this type of post .this make people to think different and more...
Such a nice post good luck

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gunneresq (55) · 7 years ago (edited)

“There is something infantile in the presumption that somebody else has a responsibility to give your life meaning and point… The truly adult view, by contrast, is that our life is as meaningful, as full and as wonderful as we choose to make it.”
― Richard Dawkins, The God Delusion

The truth is we should let ourselves be drawn by that which we truly love. That way, we achieve self-actualization. Thanks for the share @stellabelle.

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tolarnee (57) · 7 years ago

this is so insightful as usual. You know just of recent i was wondering about the same things. I was wondering why i was so comfortable on Steemit to talk about anything, I am very active on different social media platforms my blog inclusive but there is a degree of freedom and openness i have on every one of them.. i am not too free on facebook, freer on instagram, and on and on...but its like i hold nothing back on steemit....
The other day i posted a video of myself with my dog on Steemit and my sister was wondering ... well i was wondering too ...Then i came to a conclusion which is quite different from yours..

Steemit made me feel welcome... I really dont know how to explain it, steemians are free, no one is making jest of you and even arguments are very logical and intellectual, its just not like the average social media platform....now i am not saying the money doesnt mean anything but i really dont think thats the reason i am this free....i give myself an example of if instagram starts paying for every post would i ever have been free to post myself with my dog (i am kinda camera shy) and i really do not think so...

So yes money might have united us but i dont think its what sustains the togetherness, at least not from my angle, I think its the freedom to be you and still be made to feel welcome...still not be criticised... I think thats the unity force on Steemit

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turpsy (62) · 7 years ago

The reason self-actualization has been my goal for my entire life is because once I attain that, I can do or be whatever I want. I will no longer be limited in my thinking, and normal fears will no longer hold me hostage.

Self actualization and knowing oneself deeply is the new height that can never be taught in our formal education. However, attaining this level is something that is worth striving at. Our experience shapes us, in as much as we have our inner being we can breakforth from such bound. Thank you for sharing your thought @stellabelle. Waiting for the big news!!!.

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nejc1107 (50) · 7 years ago

WoooWw

What an amazing person are you !! i just love that post u made here :) ur a great writer an thinker :) u give me couple of great thoughts to think about it, Thank you for that !

I WILL FOLLOW U UP sister :) se ya around <3

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whatamidoing (69) · 7 years ago

Very inspired, albeit random post. I can relate with the feelings about LSD, I've experienced similar things with just a few puffs of what everybody is smoking. And my every day experience is like I just smoked that even when I haven't.

Looking forward to your new project

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gloglo (63) · 7 years ago

But it's much harder to attain self-actualization than anything of the above things. Self-actualization is perhaps the hardest thing one could set out to master, because it involves doing away with most of the things that have shaped oneself. This is not easy since we believe that our thoughts and experiences are the things that shape our identities. Experiences have shaped our outer personalities, but not our essential self. Things have happened to us that shaped our responses, but we have an essential self that exists separate from our experiences in life.

self-actualization is quite hard but it takes focus and determination considering what it entails. experiences and what we have gone through get to change a lot about us and shapen us into another form it might not be completely away from what we are naturally but a part of us get to change through our experiences. thank you @stellabelle for sharing this. It is epic.

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virtualgrowth (72) · 7 years ago

We are naturally cooperative. Seems we get distracted from this basis concept perhaps because of the way we are taught and unfair competitions such as the workforce and what we have to live with.

In this place of STEEM however we get rewarded and reward others with STEEM for being cooperative. Seems to only make sense to help each other up. As one bad action can simple lead to or attract others. Through being positive, positive seems to follow while being reinforced by positive rewards which are uplifting and valuable to all those involved.

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yusaymon (65) · 7 years ago

WOW this was what I needed to read this starry night thanks for this moment!! you are amazing <3 <3 your words are the truly GOLD.

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amanrazz (50) · 7 years ago

Your question in the post are 100% genuine and legit...this post is somethings which have pushed my mind to think more on next level....and i am daammmn sure that your next project will fire out everything....i am very exicted and good luck for your coming future....

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youthhunger (15) · 7 years ago

I enjoyed for post.

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evidenceoflife (45) · 7 years ago

Great post, thank you!

"The main reason I don't follow any one religion is because I always thought it would be more interesting if I made one up myself."

Same for me! I think everyone should have their own way because words can't explain the very essence of life

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churchboy (60) · 7 years ago (edited)

This is easily the most thought-provoking post I have read on Steemit. You are right about us limiting our potential in steemit and in the world we live in. It is because we set our eyes on small foals and it is impossible to achieve big goals. Poverty can cripple a person because it does not allow you to think of anything else.

Eventually it makes you even afraid to try anything but the small stuff. My brother calls it "Coward Mentality". It crushes one's spirit. And like my favourite actor Al Pacino said in "Scent of a Woman"

There is nothing like the sight of a broken spirit: There is no prosthetic for it.

Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to see what you bring. I have no doubts whatsoever that it would be absurd!

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boyelleq (55) · 7 years ago

We need and waiting your new projects in the next post....
Success is always for you @stellabelle....

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irfanullah (60) · 7 years ago

@stellabelle what a Lovely and Amazing post you have createde
I have no such a words for thanks. You have win the hearts and minds of the people. Hats off to your efforts !

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annhoyblog (55) · 7 years ago

Incredible post!

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rok-sivante (75) · 7 years ago

💖

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armonia (57) · 7 years ago

@stellabelle. My heartfelt appreciation for your wonderful subject sharing.
I have always liked the word "partner", because it is no longer a simple word, the moment we find the complement of our way of being and thinking.
With your pemiso, I will be able to do the translation and publish it in several deliveries (because the users are lazy to read), but I hope that many are nourished by the values that you transmit.
I hope that I can promote change in many, especially in my country, because there is an urgent need to become supportive, more, however, they have gone astray.
A sincere greeting and thanks.

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ultravioletmag (73) · 7 years ago

as soon as i read the first sentence in my head i was thinking 'money' as a bit of a joke with an esence of truth lol but thought it too obvious of an answer so was pleasantly amused when one line later i saw the word money. I totally agree with you thoughI thinkI made a post on this literally 20 minutes before finding and reading yours. That there is no real passion to find or fulfill or nothing to attain to make us happy, if you can find your innner joy and presence then everything becomes passionate and fulfulling as what is within so without. Chasing anything with external values will bring the highs and lows of duality and periods and glimpses of joy without the sustained feeling of peace. If we find that place within everything we do becomes a mission, a passion and helps everyone.

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bollutech (60) · 7 years ago

At first, thank you for sharing this and i really appreciate that i got to understand some facts from this.
After reading this ,

i asked myself the main reason of being on steemit.
Why i love spending my time almost 14hours per day here
The reason why i am Now addicted to steemit
the reason why i felt horrible not having much of my close friends here .
Why i never get tired of getting starved to save some money to purchase data all to be on steemit.

Thank you so much ma for this

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fisteganos (68) · 7 years ago

what I was trying to say is that we all are coworkers in a decentralized organization, that has no physical boundaries

I also didn’t notice when we stopped and started to go deep! It’s refreshing reading your thoughts after a while.

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darcturian (48) · 7 years ago

It's a scary prospect to think ALL my visions come from the depths of my own soul... I guess feeling your way through them can reveal whether they resonate with you or not... Also... I never used that argument before... paraphrasing: "more interesting to make up my own religion"... The best answer to a fundamentalist trying to convert you.... well said :)

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arbitrarykitten (66) · 7 years ago

Beginning as early as Elementary school, humans learn to forms "masks" against their true identity as a means of both self protection and to fit in. School is a harsh environment which punishes the unique and different.

So by the time we reach adulthood and that time when we are driven to self evaluate and self actualize, we have worn these masks to the point of comfort. And there are some scary things tucked behind there that we finally have to face. It's a difficult process. But a necessary one.

Fantastic article!

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natureofbeing (69) · 7 years ago

Hello @stellabelle, It is remarkable how much tolerance exists here I agree, and also agree that the commonality of money helps with this. Also I think it helps that we're not really stopped by the masks of class and culture that typically get in the way when we are interacting in person. This interacting from a deeper more honest place makes all the difference!

I too have lived with the goal of self-actualization, it's guided my every moment and in some ways it's the only thing I'm truly ambitious about. Kind of a paradox to ambitions of self-actualization! And wow, I very much identify with your resistance to religions and organized or prescribed rituals..Oy vey, I've been kind of allergic to any and all of it! I have spent so much time benefitting from so many ancient ritualistic forms yet my fierce need for autonomy prevents me from joining anything of the sort. Even with my immersions with Shamanism, Tantra, and yes I practice meditation and yoga and qi gong but they don't hem me in, they are all more like living with the rhythms of nature and my own true nature. Anyway, thanks for your post, I always appreciate your thinking!

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