I self-identify with the role of the hero. But I do so not because I think it’s wonderful to struggle for righteousness, but rather because I feel a deep sense of despair when I consider pursuing other options. I’m crushing myself with the weight of heroic responsibility. This is extremely unpleasant, and naturally, makes me a much less effective person.
How can I rewrite my motivations and self-concept to be less distressing for me? How can I convince myself, emotionally and psychologically, to stop trying to be a hero? At this point, it’s rather obvious that I’m not actually capable of being one. I would prefer to change my goals than to continue suffering like this.
I self-identify with the role of the hero. But I do so not because I think it’s wonderful to struggle for righteousness, but rather because I feel a deep sense of despair when I consider pursuing other options. I’m crushing myself with the weight of heroic responsibility. This is extremely unpleasant, and naturally, makes me a much less effective person.
How can I rewrite my motivations and self-concept to be less distressing for me? How can I convince myself, emotionally and psychologically, to stop trying to be a hero? At this point, it’s rather obvious that I’m not actually capable of being one. I would prefer to change my goals than to continue suffering like this.