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A Reflection on Our Beliefs

A Reflection on Our Beliefs

A Path for Inner & Outer Peace

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Alejandro Betancourt
Mar 20, 2023
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A Reflection on Our Beliefs
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“A thing is not necessarily true because a man dies for it.” ― Oscar Wilde

The world is full of clashing opinions and beliefs. Whether political ideologies, religious views, or even how to raise children, we all have our way of seeing things. But our core beliefs shape more than how we interact with others. They shape your entire perception of reality and impact your life in ways you might not expect.

You can live a more fulfilling life by understanding your core beliefs and how they shape your worldview. The first step is learning to put aside your ego for peace. It’s easier said than done, but you can learn to see things through others’ eyes with practice. This helps you accept differing opinions and love those who disagree on important issues.

Awareness of how our beliefs shape our views also means we are better equipped to make conscious decisions about our ideas. We don’t have to get stuck in one way of thinking or accept things because they wer…

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