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Human Being Vs Human Doing

by Mary Walker-Golden

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This talk explores the nature of 'Human Being' versus 'Human Doing', as contrasted in Dr. Wayne Dyer's quote: "I am a human being, not a human doing. Don't equate your self-worth with how well you do things in life. You aren't what you do. If you are what you do, then when you don't . . , you aren't".

Being Vs DoingSelf WorthEmotional IntelligenceIntuitionMindfulnessValuesIdentityIntuitive WisdomSocietal Beliefs

Transcript

Hello,

My name is Mary Walker-Golden,

And I'm here to discuss the topic of being versus doing.

This subject probably stemmed from one of Dr.

Wayne Dyer's famous quotes,

Which begins,

I am a human being,

Not a human doing.

What's the difference?

Let's explore.

Doing suggests an action or performance and is based on productivity analysis,

As well as the intelligence of the mind.

While being is an essence that includes our intuitive wisdom,

The ability to be mindful and present,

And it's where our values,

Beliefs,

And purpose lie.

In the state of being,

We rely on our emotional and somatic intelligence.

So it comes down to,

If we feel that we have value with or without accomplishment,

And if we feel worthy whether or not we're in motion.

Dr.

Dyer's quote continues,

Don't equate yourself with how well you do things in life.

You aren't what you do.

If you are what you do,

When you don't do,

You aren't.

Know that you are valuable and worthy just by being here,

And what you choose to do is up to you.

Thank you for tuning in,

And may your day be filled with blessings.

Namaste.

Meet your Teacher

Mary Walker-GoldenNew Jersey, USA

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Recent Reviews

joe

September 8, 2025

I am worthy, just as I am in this moment Namaste, thank you

I

July 28, 2025

❤️

Anne

June 5, 2025

I found this an excellent reminder that I am not the sum of my accomplishments. The voice, pace and timing of the teacher truly allowed the words to be absorbed. It’s a keeper and will be returned to again and again. Thank you!

jesse

June 13, 2024

I’m a grateful humble Christian actor singer with courage minded San d spurious observe and inspire people around the world amen and so it is

Lisa

June 7, 2023

I loved Wayne Dyer and I love this. Ty ! Namaste 🙏 💜

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