

Ep 258 - Best of Spiritual Grit - What's at Stake When Speaking Your Truth
Feb 12, 2025
Explore the challenges of speaking one's truth amidst societal pressures and the fear of losing connections. Delve into the importance of self-care and authentic expression for personal growth. Discover how individual truths can affect collective dynamics and relationships. Reflect on the risks of navigating divisive ideologies and the courage needed to voice uncomfortable realities. Lastly, consider how spiritual experiences can deepen compassion and responsibility in our interconnected lives.
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Self-Care for Balance
- Practice regular self-care to stay balanced and grounded.
- This includes restful sleep, calming activities, and limiting screen time before bed.
Risks of Truth-Telling
- Speaking your truth can be risky, especially in the current social and political climate.
- The potential consequences, such as strained relationships, make it challenging.
Ending a Friendship
- Leslie Ann Hobayan ended a 20-year friendship due to differing perspectives on social justice issues.
- Her friend dismissed these issues as 'politics,' causing Leslie Ann to prioritize her values.