Liberating Inner Narratives

The narratives we replay in our minds, carried from past lives, hinder our inner growth, leaving us stuck like hamsters on a wheel. Suffering as adults, wounds from childhood stories persist. Toxic tales overshadow the joy inherent in every human. Surrendering to the narrative of "Uns and Nots" strips us of responsibility—the key to reshaping life's experience. While life presents uncontrollable conditions, our response determines our journey. Debunking the inner myth of undeservingness is crucial. Without it, we become victims in our own movies. The stories of domination, revolution, purification, and isolation breed victims, trapping countless lives. Embracing a new story offers liberation, empowering individuals to define their lives beyond oppression, abuse, and marginalization.

May we break free from limiting narratives, reclaim responsibility, and embrace a liberating, empowering story beyond victimhood, oppression, and marginalization.

(adapted from: angel Kyodo williams, Detox Your Heart, Brian McLaren and Gareth Higgins, Victimization Stories)