The speaker talks about his journey of healing childhood trauma and the practices he has adopted, such as nurturing his inner child and finding peace and stillness within himself.
The speaker recalls going through a dark phase in their life after their father’s death and feeling the seduction of sadness but eventually choosing to let go of it and embrace the joy instead.
The speaker discusses the seductive nature of sadness and how it can be difficult to keep up with expectations during tough times. Choosing to let go of sadness and focus on joy can bring about feelings of empowerment and self-worth.
Overcoming a significant setback can create a sense of inner confidence and self-assurance that comes from conquering defeat. While humans are not naturally inclined to set extremely high expectations for themselves, learning resilience and planning your next move can lead to victory.
The speaker talks about his experience with practicing mindfulness to address his psychological issues and regain focus, and how it helped him awaken to a new level.