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Episode 13 Of 'The Wisdom Podcast:' The Power of Honesty

by Dorothy Zennuriye Juno

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At times it can be so difficult to speak the truth, which is why, one of the most important things you can do in life, is practice self-honesty. In this podcast, Dorothy will discuss how we naturally want to feel good about our self, and want others to like and accept us, meaning we often fail to admit our truest and deepers desires. Hiding our true nature is often out of fear of feeling vulnerable, shameful, or at the risk of judgement from others. When you practice self-honesty, you never remain for long in a place of feeling shame, sorrow or guilt. Instead, you quickly move from acknowledging whatever decision was not serving your highest good, to what you need to do. This will allow you to feel free and live your life in the best way possible.

HonestyWisdomAuthenticityVulnerabilityRelationshipsPersonal GrowthEmotional ResilienceTruthShameJudgmentFreedomAcceptanceDesiresSorrowGuiltInner WisdomAuthentic LivingRelationship Trust IssuesSpiritual PathsSpirits

Transcript

The experience of divine wisdom is our sacred right.

It is something that guides us to a spiritual path,

And it is this inner knowing that helps us to make everyday decisions that are best and right for who we are along a path that we have chosen.

In each episode of the Wisdom Podcast,

You will hear what insight,

Offerings,

And truth have helped others.

You may hear your own story in some of the stories of my clients as they have sought to heal themselves,

To be in control of their life,

To reclaim their authentic power,

And to be happy.

All of us are on a sacred path.

When we live awake and present to this,

We easily access the guidance of our inner wisdom and the beauty of life that unfolds in perfect ways to help us manifest all of what we want.

Our desire for greater understanding and a meaningful life is what awakens us to discover our greater purpose and to witness the infinite beauty and joy that is so abundant.

I hope that each episode can offer something relevant and timely for you,

And that the sacred path that you are on is one that you choose deliberately based on the inspired wisdom of your inner truth as you live a beautiful and love-filled life.

One of the most important things that you could ever live by is self-honesty.

When you practice self-honesty,

It becomes a natural expression of who you are with yourself,

With others in all moments.

Find a way to be honest whilst delivering your message of truth with kindness,

Thoughtful of how you say what you say.

Others will always respect and appreciate your willingness to be honest with them,

Even when the truth is not what they want to hear.

At times it can be so difficult to speak the truth.

We naturally want to feel good about ourselves,

And so it can be hard to admit,

To acknowledge the truth.

Because in doing so,

We become vulnerable.

We may feel shame,

Sadness.

We may be in fear of others' judgment of us.

In fact,

When you practice self-honesty,

You never remain for long in a place of feeling shame,

Sorrow,

Or guilt.

You quickly move from acknowledging whatever decision was not serving your highest good to what you need to do,

Which then frees you to live your life in the very best way that you possibly can.

The secret about self-honesty is that it opens you to living a life that will be best and right for who you are.

Feel to yourself what you really want,

What you believe to be the right decision.

You can take action in your life based on following a path that reveals more joy,

That allows you to enjoy life fully.

And as you do,

You will gain confidence and feel rewarded.

Self-honesty begins with being far more aware of your thoughts and actions and of the choices that you are making.

And then to ask the question of your highest self,

What would allow me to feel happiness easily?

What do I need in this moment?

What do I need to feel joy?

What is my right path?

Self-honesty is the constant awareness of what allows you to follow a path that is wholly authentic to who you are.

You do this most easily as you go within to connect with the inner aspects of your true nature,

Your highest self.

In your life,

Be wholly honest with yourself.

The more that you can be self-honest,

The easier it will be to make any changes.

There is nothing wrong with changing your path,

With ending a relationship that is unhealthy or toxic,

With acknowledging that what you once enjoyed is no longer what you wish to do or experience.

Everything in life is fluid,

Transient.

Nothing is fixed and permanent.

And so it is the same for you and your choices.

You are never bound by making a decision.

Being self-honest reminds you that you need to check in with your deepest desires and needs and to do so often.

This will be how you continue to follow a path that suits you best and how you are able to make changes as you need.

Being accountable to yourself in all moments is empowering.

Simply ask yourself,

Am I being completely honest with myself,

With others?

Ask this in more moments in your life.

Make what adjustments are needed in order to continue along a path and in a direction that you experience to be best for you and as you continue to evolve and transform yourself.

Most of us suffer because we continue to live what is not our truth.

We continue to stay in relationships whether in business or our personal life that are no longer and perhaps never were right for us.

We tell ourselves that we must do something in order to please another when in fact doing what is right for us means that we can then give to others freely out of our desire to do so rather than as something we do out of pressure,

Guilt or even resentment.

Others who love and support us will always want us to do what is right for who we are.

If this is not what you are experiencing then others may have ulterior motives that serve what is best for them.

The honesty we hold and what we reveal to others will never hurt them.

As long as it is your intention to not harm but to be wholly honest then you may rely on your desired intention to fuel the outcome that you are seeking.

Others may for a time be upset or even angered by your revelation of honesty.

But when they look within,

When they themselves are self-honest,

They will realize that your words are not meant to hurt or harm,

That your words of honesty are meant to help them witness their life from a place of expansive clarity,

Of truth,

Of positivity and love.

This is how we deepen our connection to others,

How we become more trustworthy and reliable because of our word being consistently honest and true.

This is how others can come to practice self-honesty in their own life,

Seeing that by doing so it does not cause suffering.

In fact,

It often allows for the release of the same.

Practice self-honesty and honesty with others as your new way of being.

Uphold honesty in your life and it will always guide you along a path that reveals so much goodness.

Honesty in your relationships means that others can rely on you to speak the truth,

To share your honest thoughts and feelings,

Even if this is not what they will do for their self.

Practice asking yourself,

Is this really true?

And is what I am telling myself or speaking to others entirely honest and true?

If the answer is not a resounding yes,

Then be willing to stop and correct yourself.

Go within.

Be self-honest.

Know your truth and be bold and courageous to live this as much as possible in all moments.

Because by being self-honest it frees you to live authentic and aligned with your highest self,

Your soul consciousness.

Thank you so much for joining me in this episode of the Wisdom Podcast.

To hear more,

Please check out the other episodes here and I invite you to share your questions and feedback with me.

Allow yourself to go within,

To access your inner wisdom and to live it.

Live your best life now.

In peace,

Gratitude and love,

This is Dorothy Ratusthne.

Namaste.

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Dorothy Zennuriye JunoToronto, Canada

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jesse

July 29, 2024

I’m a greatful humble Christian actor singer with courage kindness and a good heart and purpose to bring people together around the world with good intentions amen 🙏

Susan

March 12, 2024

Wow! So Grateful for this wisdom…resonates deeply!!!🙏🏻♥️

Lynda

September 8, 2020

I'm so glad I finally refound this, I knew you had a talk on here about self honesty and honesty. during the past few months with so much time on our hands, and in our minds, I really focused a lot on wanting to live my life with more integrity - and of course big part of that is embracing self honesty and honesty. which is not always easy because as you said it can often lead to feelings of guilt and shame. my favorite definition of integrity is, undiminished. this definition helps me, when I think about things I need to be more honest with myself and for the others, even though it can be very hard I think to myself but I don't want to diminish myself. it is not the easiest practice, but I'm feeling like the rewards are worth it. Namaste 🙏

Ben

November 16, 2018

A powerful theme to meditate on! Thanks Dorothy🎉

Judith

October 26, 2018

Very nice. Thank you 🙏🏻

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October 26, 2018

Wow! Thank you so much for sharing this with us.

Alisha’s

October 26, 2018

This podcast spoke directly to me, and what I stand for. Giving thanks for raising my awareness.

Darlene

October 26, 2018

Inspiring! Thank you Dorothy ❤

Dianne

October 25, 2018

So very helpful! Thank you

Katherine

October 25, 2018

Very helpful for me, as I have a difficult time communicating my truth and boundaries. Thank you Dorothy.

Mary

October 25, 2018

Thank you Dorothy. I want to do just this. Speak my truth always. There’s nothing to fear. It releases fear in fact.

Judith

October 25, 2018

Thank you Dorothy!!!

Trudi

October 25, 2018

Excellent. Thank you 🙏

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October 25, 2018

So true, thank you 🙏🏻❤️

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October 25, 2018

Thank you for such inspiring and honest words.

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