In this episode, I’m unpacking the quiet cognitive dissonance many of us live with every day. It’s that tension between wanting to stay positive, hopeful, soft, and open to love, while also knowing the world isn’t always kind, safe, or fair. It’s the balance between protecting your mind and guarding your life. This episode is about finding that middle ground where you can stay optimistic without being naïve, and stay discerning without becoming hardened. It’s about living in the light while respecting the shadows.