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Finding community and engaging in storytelling can be transformative for individuals who feel disconnected from inherited stories and beliefs. By connecting with like-minded individuals and sharing personal stories, individuals can find support, understanding, and a new sense of purpose. Seeking out diverse sources of wisdom and critically evaluating the information received is also essential in shaping a positive and hopeful narrative amidst challenging times.
Encouraging individuals going through faith shifts or profound changes to question the stories they have been told and inherited. Taking time to explore and discover what stories resonate with personal values and desires for a more inclusive, loving, and purposeful life. Recognizing that institutions may not always evolve psychologically and that psychological growth and awakening can instead be found in conscious communities that encourage transformation and healing.
Cultivating humility and self-awareness through honest friendships and intimate relationships. Emphasizing the importance of being accountable for one's actions, learning from mistakes, and actively striving to treat others with love, kindness, and respect. Recognizing that greatness is not measured by fame or economic success, but by how one serves and uplifts their community and the common good.
Navigating challenging global issues like the climate crisis, pandemics, and economic difficulties by consciously choosing what information to focus on and critically evaluating its sources. Recognizing that marginalized communities have long dealt with uncertainty and fostering empathy for their experiences. Embracing the power of collective action and finding hope in building a more just, inclusive, and compassionate world.
In this podcast episode, the speaker explores the importance of finding meaning and purpose in the midst of difficult circumstances. They emphasize the need to move beyond anger and worry to taking action that helps others. The speaker also encourages looking to the past and learning from previous generations on how to navigate uncertainty and fear. They challenge the narrative of doom and encourage focusing on the positive stories being told by historically marginalized groups. Lastly, the importance of love and self-reflection is emphasized in shaping the story we tell ourselves and others.
Growing up during the northern Ireland Troubles, author Gareth Higgins experienced some of the devastation stories can effect on individuals and communities. He joins us to talk about his subsequent development and growth, reflecting on the role of story telling and inviting us to consider its role in our own beliefs, relationships and communities.
Following the interview Nomad hosts Joy Brooks and Tim Nash reflect on Gareth’s journey, and ponder how it might inform their own evolving faith. Interview starts at 15m 22s
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