Connecting with yourself | Natsuko Takeo | TEDxKatano

Core Argument - Authentic self-love fosters individual well-being, benefits others, and transforms society, distinguishing it from narcissism [1] - True self-love involves connecting with one's soul, embracing the past, future, and others, aligning soul, mind, and body [1] - Disconnect between soul, mind, and body leads to disharmony, while alignment fosters self-love and translates to integration of love, community, and economy [1] Societal Impact - Lack of self-love leads to external validation seeking, comparison, competition, and division between love, society, and economy [1] - Economy without morality is a crime, and morality without economy is mere dreaming, emphasizing the equal importance of love and economy [1] - Self-love generates personal growth and societal impact, enabling individuals to love others and contribute meaningfully to society [1][5] Practical Application - Three steps to connect with one's soul: observe emotions, know what you really want, and trust your intuition [2][3][4] - Observing emotions involves acknowledging and accepting feelings without ignoring, expressing, or changing them [3] - Knowing what you really want requires relaxation and spending time in nature away from distractions [3] - Trusting intuition involves listening to the voice of the soul and letting it guide actions [4]