Self -Abandonment

We are conditioned to abandon self or self abandonment starts from early childhood, we are weaponized with the word "selfish." Children are routinely scolded for wanting ownership over their own boundaries—forced to share their toys, snacks, rooms, and time, long before they even understand who they are. This conditioning of abandoning self matures into an invisible cage. When a woman seeks a moment of solitude, society labels her as self-absorbed, accusing her of robbing her partner or children of her presence. We are systematically taught to suppress our emotions, erase our instincts, and bury our lifelong dreams, trading our personal visions for the comfort and approval of others. Society teaches us a dangerous lesson from day one.