The Power of Discernment: Aligning Beliefs, Desires, and Values
We often navigate life driven by beliefs, desires, and the things we acquire. Yet, not everything we believe is true, not everything we want is necessary, and not everything we possess is beneficial. Discerning between truth and perception, need and want, value and excess is essential for living a meaningful and intentional life. 1. Belief vs. Truth "Just because you believe it doesn't make it true." Beliefs are powerful—they shape how we view ourselves and the world. However, beliefs aren’t always grounded in reality. Sometimes, they’re born from fear, assumptions, or past wounds. To grow, we must challenge our beliefs with curiosity rather than defensiveness. Ask yourself: Is this belief serving my growth, or is it limiting me? What evidence supports or contradicts this belief? Am I clinging to this belief out of comfort or familiarity? When we question our assumptions, we open the door to deeper understanding and truth. Truth liberates, while false beliefs confine. 2. ...