God can flow the most through people who don’t hide behind a mask.
Those who judge others, judge themselves even more so; and thus are never at peace. Their reaction isn’t from truth and thus has no value.
The approval of others doesn’t matter because you come from truth. The core of who you are is of God (holy spirit). And to let that show. I struggle with this and snap in and out of caring about others’ reactions.
Knowing your weak points and watching the mind carefully when your triggers are likely to happen, helps not being taken over by a reaction. For example, stepping into my nice car when others are around, while carefully watching myself on the inside for any trace of pride. Reminding myself that everyone is of equal value, and that all things are temporary and therefore worthless.
Also I’ve found that listening to little sounds is helpful rather than being lost in thought. Like listening to the birds, when walking the dog or exiting a building.
