Make a habit of noticing the urge to be special, in yourself and in others. Instead of denying this urge, notice your expectations and the unhappiness you feel when your expectations are disappointed. Although it’s tempting to condemn yourself for these feelings, you can honor the mammalian energy that kept your ancestors alive. Notice examples of: The urge to be special in others The urge to be special in yourself The urge to be special in your ancestors Disappointments in the quest for specialness
