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Ep. 8 Falling Upward: The Second Half of Life

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Navigating Life's Two Halves

This chapter reflects on Richard Rohr's 'Falling Upward,' exploring the division of life into two metaphorical halves. It emphasizes the significance of ego in the first half of life for identity formation, while highlighting the transformative shift towards compassion and acceptance in the second half, often catalyzed by suffering. The discussion illustrates how this journey requires critical soul work and the relinquishment of ego for deeper personal growth.

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