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Practically from the moment that someone wakes up, they could feel the need to ‘get things done’. As a result of this, they are not going to have much time to sit around and to just be; doing so can be seen as a waste of time. Not only this if they were to take a break, they could soon end up feeling deeply agitated and need to move. By being this way, they may have achieved a lot and they might even be seen as someone who is ‘successful’. A Role Model

What can be normal is for someone to hide how they feel, with their true feelings also being a mystery to them. Therefore, not only will the people in their life not know what is going on for them, they themselves are also not going to know what is going on for them. This can mean that they will typically come across as though nothing fazes them. In reality, this is just going to be an act and an act that is so much a part of them that it won’t stand out to others or themselves. Missing Out

Although some people work to live, there are others that live to work. Naturally, these people are going to have a radically different experience on planet earth. When it comes to the former, someone’s life won’t revolve around their work and they will typically only work at certain times. Yet, when it comes to the latter, someone’s whole life will revolve around their work and they will spend most if not all of their time working. Lopsided

The part of someone’s being that provides them with aggression and thus anger and rage is there to protect them. Along with this, it will give them the energy and drive that they need to get things done. It will then allow them to take care of the basics, so their ‘lower’ needs and to go after their dreams, so their ‘higher’ needs. What this will mean is that it will allow them to express and assert themselves. A Key part

While someone’s life can be an expression of their needs and feelings, it can also be an expression of the needs and feelings of others. When it relates to the former, this will be their real self, and, when it relates to the latter, this will be their unreal self. Naturally, when someone’s life is an expression of their needs and feelings, it is going to be far more fulfilling than it would be otherwise. Needless to say, doing what other people want is not going to allow them to have a very enriching life. The Norm

If someone was able to step back and reflect on their life, what they may find is that they have very little motivation or desire to do anything. They might simply not see the point in doing much. This can be how they typically experience life and they might rarely if ever feel a strong need to embrace life. When they do feel the need to do something and feel energised, it might only be a matter of time before they end up feeling how they felt before. For Example

One of the reasons that someone can look for answers and reach out for support is because they are unable to move forward. What this could mean is that they don’t feel worthy and deserving of having what they desire. There is then going to be where they are and where they want to be, but where they want to be will be out of their reach. At this point, how they see themselves is going to be seen as who they are. Looking Back

If a man is in a position where he has a strong sex drive and experiences a fair amount of lust, he might not feel the need to look into why this is. After all, he can just see this as a normal part of being a man. Also, he can see this as a sign that he has high testosterone and is, therefore, virile. Furthermore, he is likely to enjoy fulfilling this need and checking out the women to who he is attracted. One Experience

One thing that someone could find strange, if they were to spend a fair amount of time around a mother-enmeshed man, is that he is not aware that he is neglecting himself. So, they might have asked him why he is not taking care of a number of his needs and he might have dismissed what they said. This might have been something that has taken place on a number of occasions. It will then be clear to the outsider, whoever that may have, that he is not there for himself but he won’t be able to see this. Business as Usual

In order for a man to live a life that is in alignment with who he is, he will need to be connected with his true self and feel comfortable expressing who he is. When it comes to his true self, this will relate to his needs, feelings and wants and most of these will be found in his body. Therefore, when he lives a life like this, it will mean that he will have a good connection to his body and he will have felt sense of safety and security. If it wasn’t for this connection or the felt sense of safety and security, he wouldn’t be able to express who he is. The Norm

After trying to get through to one of the parents or the parent that abused them for quite some time and not getting very far, it might be clear that they are wasting their time. This could be something that they have been doing for a number of months, if not years. But, no matter how hard they have tried or what they have done, they won’t have been able to make any headway. When they think about how it has been, it could be as if they have been trying to get blood out of a stone. The same old story

Nowadays, there are a lot of people who spend a fair amount of their time looking into what appears to be taking place behind the scenes. Thanks to modern-day technology, there is no shortage of information when it comes to this topic. The only thing that someone like this will need is a Smartphone as this device will allow them to connect to an endless amount of information. Social media sites and video sharing platforms will provide them with everything that they need. Part of Them

Even though someone will be an interdependent human being, it doesn’t mean that they will act like one. Instead, they can be happy spending time by themselves and rarely if ever be or reach out to others. If they are around others, it could be a sign that they are at work or out shopping. Based on how they behave, then, it will be as though they are completely independent and don’t need others. Their Experience

What someone may find, if they were able to reflect on their life, is that they have the tendency to do what they don’t want to do. They may see that they have been this way for as long as they can remember. Thus, instead of asserting themselves and saying no when they don’t want to do something, in general, they will go along to get along. By living in this way, they are likely to know what it feels like to feel frustrated and even deeply violated. Their Experience

In order for someone to act like an individual as an adult, who has their own needs and feelings, they will have needed to have had a childhood that was at least somewhat nurturing. The reason for this is that they wouldn’t have felt like an individual when they were born; this was a sense that had to be developed. Therefore, if someone doesn’t act like an individual, it is highly likely that they missed out on the nutrients that they needed to realise this at both a mental and emotional level. However, if someone is in this position, it doesn’t mean they will be consciously aware of it.r

There are those that are in tune with their need to be loved and those that are not. When someone is not in tune with this need, they might have been this way for most if not all of their life. As a result of this, they won’t be in tune with this need and this will be something that they are not aware of. But, even if this is the case, it doesn’t mean that this need won’t have an effect on their life. Hidden

If someone was to hear that they have a shadow, they could end up thinking about the dark shape that appears when their body intercepts the rays from the sun. They may remember that there was a time when they didn’t realise that this shadow was connected to them or why it appeared, most likely when they were younger.

Even though just about everything that someone does can be a way for them to try to be loved, it doesn’t mean that they will be consciously aware of this. Instead, they can just see themselves as someone who is highly motivated and wants to be successful. Being this way can mean that will spend a lot of time in doing mode and very little time in being mode. Therefore, they are generally going to be on the go and will rarely if ever take the time to relax. A Challenge

A man may often feel invisible and as though he doesn’t exist. If he doesn’t feel this way, it could be because a woman who he finds desirable has looked at him or he is seeing a woman or is in a relationship. Thanks to this, he is likely to have a strong need to be seen by a woman and to be in the company of one who is very attentive. Without the gaze of a certain type of woman, then, he is going to feel empty and low. One Focus

On one side, there is willpower and, on the other, there is emotional power. The former can be seen as something that comes from the mind, while the latter can be seen as something that comes from the body. At times, someone won’t feel like doing something that they know is good for them, so they will have to use their willpower. Therefore, this fuel source is valuable and without it, their life wouldn’t be the same. A Time and A Place

For a lot of people, paying attention to the mainstream media is a normal part of life. Throughout their day, they will look towards this source of information to tell them about what is taking place in the world. Providing they have a Smartphone, someone like this can do this no matter where they are or what they are doing. Thanks to the contagion, they may find that they have a greater need than before to find out about what is going on. Pulled In

If someone went on a drive and a road was closed, they would need to change their route. As frustrating as this may be, it would be a minor inconvenience and it would, ultimately, allow them to reach their destination. This is then an example of someone adapting to a situation and, at the same time, not being negatively affected by it. If they resisted what was going on and didn’t adapt, they would have caused themselves an unnecessary problem. A Big Difference

Although someone can have a strong fear that they are going to die, it doesn’t mean that they will be consciously aware of this. Now, of course, everyone on this planet is going to die at some point. But, there is a big difference between this simply being a part of life and it being something that makes it hard for someone to live. In the first instance, this will seldom cross their mind and in the second, even if they are not aware of it, it will make it hard for them to function. Their Life

When a man is entangled with his mother, he is not going to know that he is separate from her. On the outside, then, he will look like a separate being, but, on the inside, he won’t feel like one. As a result of this, he won’t have gone from a dependent to an interdependent human being; he will be developmentally stunted. Both his emotional and physical survival will be attached to her. Beyond Appearances

If a man was to step back and reflect on how he typically behaves when he is around a woman, what he may find is that he rarely shows up. Instead, this can be a time when he will come across as passive and easy-going. Therefore, he won’t act as though he is an individual that has his own needs and feelings; he will act as though he is an extension of the woman. Additionally, he will be more like a boy than a man. A Frustrating Experience

If a man was to end up in a relationship with a woman who he is very fond of and is starting to love, it doesn’t mean that every part of him will be on board with this relationship. Along with the part of him that feels that he is doing the right thing, can be another part that feels as though he is doing something wrong. This part of him can cause him to feel guilty, ashamed and anxious, and, due to how strong it is, he could start to question if he is doing the right thing. Still, he could do his best to forget about this part and carry on as normal. Keeping His own Counsel

When a man is overly focused on his mother, from the outside, it might appear as though he is choosing to live in this way. In general, he could create the impression that he is happy to be there for his mother and that he loves her. Consequently, it might not be uncommon for people to say that he is the perfect son and is an example of how a son should behave. Or, if this is not something that he is often told, he could often be told something that is very similar. A Strange Scenario

If a man had the ability to live forever, it could be said that it wouldn’t matter if he spent most of his life doing things for his mother. Naturally, there would come a point in time when his mother was no longer around and he would be able to concentrate on his own life. However, as he won’t be on this planet forever, the time that he spends doing things for his mother will be a time that he won’t get back. Therefore, he will be wasting his precious life by behaving in this way. Unaware

For someone to live a life that is in alignment with who they are, they will need to have a good connection to their own body. The reason for this is that this part of their being will provide them with the guidance that they need. Their feelings, needs, preferences and desires will be found here; they won’t be found in their head. Still, this is not to say that one will always need to be in tune with themselves in order to live a life that is worth living. The Modern-Day World

If a man was to take a step back and reflect on his life, he may find is that he rarely feels comfortable standing his ground and asserting himself. As a result of this, it is likely to be normal for him to be walked over by others. He could be used to saying yes when he would rather say no, and this is naturally going to take its toll on him. At times, it may mean that he will end up overlooking his own needs and at others, it may mean that he will end up being harmed in some way. His Personality

In general, a man could find that it is hard for him to relax and just be. As a result of this, he is going to spend a lot of time on the go and this is going to mean that he is often in doing mode. Now, this could mean that he is a workaholic but there is also the chance that this is not the case. Either way, he is rarely going to sit still, causing him to live what could be described as a fast-paced life. A Long List

If a man is very much estranged from his masculinity, he might not wonder if this is due to the issues that he has with his own father. In fact, he might not even be aware that he is out of touch with this side of his nature. It could seem strange that he wouldn’t be aware of this but this could just be what is normal. Therefore, this is just going to what he is like and it won’t be something that will stand out. The Signs Are There

It has been said that planet earth is the plane of duality and this can be noticed by the fact that there are usually two parts to everything. For example, there is hot and cold, up and down, and fast and slow. There is also “good” and “bad” in the world, and, just as these two things exist in the outer world, they also exist in someone’s inner world. This means that in addition to the “bad” that is outside them, they will also have “bad” inside them. Part of Life

For as long as a man can remember, he may see that he has had the need to focus on his mother and to take care of her needs. Nonetheless, this is unlikely to be something that he consciously thinks about, as it is likely to be something that just happens. It will then be clear that he spends a lot of time and energy on her, and, in comparison, very little on himself. Naturally, his life is not going to be anywhere near what it would be if this wasn’t the case. Possessed

It might be hard for a man to maintain a positive view of a woman when he is dating or in a relationship. In the beginning, however, it could be very different. During this time, he could have a very positive view of the woman he is with; in fact, there is a chance that his view of her will be out of balance. Said another way, he could put her on a pedestal at this stage. The Next Stage

Although someone will have been given life and will have the rest of their life ahead of them, it doesn’t mean that they will be able to make the most of the life that they have been given or appreciate that they have more years to live. Instead, they could generally see life as a burden and be happy for it to come to an end. This can show that they have the tendency to feel very low and depressed, and often think of ending their life. Just about every day can be a struggle and, if they could, they might prefer to stay in bed. A Flat Existence

At this point in time, a man could believe that, once he finds the right woman, he will settle down. If so, this will mean that he is either not in a relationship, or he is simply having casual encounters. Over the years, he might have dated a number of women; then again, he might have only had casual encounters. But, irrespective of what has taken place in the past, he won’t have met a woman that was right for him. Looking For the Whole Package

If someone was told that they have inherent worth, it might be something that sounds good but that could be about as far as it will go. If they were to think deeply about this, they could question how this is so. This could be due to the fact that they don’t feel good about themselves or feel as though they have value. Consequently, they could say that their worth is something that is defined by what they do. A Human Doing

Even though someone may have been abused by one or both of their parents during their formative years, it doesn’t mean that they have spoken to them about it. For so long, they might not have felt comfortable talking to them about what happened. If they were to imagine how they would like it to go, if they were to tell them about what happened, this could be a time when their parent or parents acknowledge and validate their experiences. Along with this, they are deeply empathetic and compassionate and full of remorse. The Perfect Scenario

If a man is depressed, it doesn’t mean that he will be able to fully accept this. He can then do just about everything that he can to hide what is really on for him from both himself and others. One of the ways that he can do this is by more or less always being on the go and being focused on achieving things. Additionally, he can do what he can to create a certain image in order to receive positive feedback from others. A Barrier

After someone has become aware of the fact that they are not connected to their feelings or are rarely connected to them, they might end up criticising themselves. They could even end up believing that there is something inherently wrong with them. If so, this is not going to be a time when they will be kind and compassionate towards themselves. Being this way is going to make their life harder than it needs to be and not being on their own side will make it even harder. One Step Back

If a man was to step back and reflect on his life, he may see that he generally finds it hard to be himself around women. There are then going to be moments when this is not the case, but this will be the exception as opposed to the rule. Upon closer inspection, he may see that this is how he has been for as long as he can remember. Therefore, while it may be crystal clear now, it can be something that he has been semi-aware of for quite some time. The Experience

If a woman is with a man who is overly focused on his mother, what might soon come to mind is that this is not the first time that she has been in this position. She might see that her previous partner was the same. That might be as far as it will go, or she could see that this is something that goes back even further. If so, she could see that just about every relationship that she has been in has involved her being with a man who is overly preoccupied with his mother. A Big Moment

What someone may find, that’s if they were to step back and reflect on their life, is that they are often out of touch with their needs. Or, perhaps, to be more specific, they are often out of touch with certain needs. This can mean that they will typically be aware of their survival needs and even their intellectual needs, but that could be about as far as it will go. As for their emotional needs, then, these could generally be ignored. It’s Automatic

If someone has been paying a lot of attention to the mainstream media over the last two years, there is the chance that they will have a certain view of the Coronavirus and all the variants that have and are likely to appear as time goes by. As far as they are conce ed, this virus and its variants can be seen as being extremely deadly. As a result of this, it will be essential for them to have every vaccine and booster that is offered and to follow all of the rules, regardless of what they are. Most likely, they will have a number of people in their life who behave in the same way.

In general, a man may find it hard to feel at ease when he is around women. Due to this, he could often act in a very submissive and easy-going manner when he is around them. What this will mean is that who he is will rarely if ever show up when he is in the company of a woman. Instead, a version of him that has very little to do with who he is will typically show up. Two Parts

If someone was to come across a man who is emotionally entangled with his mother, what could soon stand out is that he neglects himself and doesn’t stand his ground. So, it will be as though he doesn’t have needs or have the ability to protect himself. But, although ignoring his own needs and being walked over will be having a negative effect on him, he will create the impression that this is not the case. In a way, he will be like a punching bag that, no matter how many times it is hit, always goes back to its original shape. Self Alienation

After being in a relationship for quite some time, a woman may come to see that she is with a man who is overly focused on his mother. As a result of this, it will be clear that he is not available. Naturally, due to how consumed he is with his mother’s needs, he won’t have much time for anyone else. Ergo, he will not only neglect her needs, but he will also neglect a lot of his own needs. Lopsided

In general, a man who is emotionally entangled with his mother could come across as very easy-going and passive. He is then going to create the impression that he is happy to be there for others and his mother, in particular, and he won’t have much oomph. As a result of this, he is not going to have a strong connection to his masculine aspect; in fact, it could be as though he doesn’t have any masculinity in him. He will, on the other hand, have a very good connection to his feminine aspect. A Door Mat

In order to truly embrace life, someone will need to have a strong connection with their body and be able to feel. By having this connection and this ability, they will be able to take life in and receive. However, although being this way will be essential when it comes to living a fulfilling life, it doesn’t mean that everyone is an embodied human being, who can truly feel. There are those who have strong a connection to themselves, those who don’t and those who are in the middle. It’s clear