The Power of Perspective: Why I Speak From My Own
Hey! I’m back! If you’ve been following along with my videos, blogs, or gatherings, you may have noticed that I say from my perspective quite a bit. I mean, a lot. Like, a lot a lot. Someone recently asked me why I don’t just say things with my full chest like, “This is the truth. This is how it is.” And I thought—what a great topic for a blog post! So let’s talk about it.
If you’re in the spiritual, energy, or consciousness expansion spaces, you’ve probably noticed how often people speak in absolutes. This is what this means. This is the only way to approach this. Astrology, tarot, human design—you name it, and there’s probably someone out there saying this is how it works, period. But here’s the thing: truth is perspective-based.
So, let’s break it down—why do I speak from my own perspective rather than stating things as universal fact? And more importantly, how can embracing this approach lead to greater empowerment, expansion, and understanding?
The Illusion of a Single Truth
When it comes to energy work, spiritual tools, or self-discovery practices, people often want a single, absolute truth. There’s a desire to find the right way to do things, the ultimate technique, or the one true path to understanding. But from my perspective (see what I did there?), there are infinite ways to engage with these tools and concepts.
Take tarot, for example. There are commonly agreed-upon meanings for each card, and a lot of people use a traditional structure for interpretation. But if I pick up a tarot deck and get an intuitive message from the imagery that’s completely different from what the guidebook says—who’s to say that’s wrong? If it brings insight, clarity, and empowerment, then isn’t that exactly what these tools are for?
The same goes for astrology. Some people follow tropical astrology, others swear by sidereal. Some say there are 12 zodiac signs, others argue for 13. Some believe in planetary alignments as portals, while others say that’s a misunderstanding of how celestial mechanics work. Who’s right? The answer depends on the lens through which you view reality.
Empowerment Through Perspective
For me, empowerment is about recognizing that you are the expert of your own experience. It’s not my job to tell you what’s true for you. It’s my job to share insights, experiences, and perspectives that might help you uncover more of your truth.
When I say, from my perspective, it’s an invitation for you to explore your own. Does what I’m saying resonate? Does it spark something in you? Great! Take what serves you and leave the rest. If it doesn’t resonate, that’s okay too—because I trust that you are on your own path, making choices that are aligned for you.
Ancient Wisdom on Perspective and Truth
Many ancient traditions recognize the fluidity of truth. In Hinduism, there’s a concept called anekāntavāda, which translates to “many-sidedness.” It suggests that truth is multifaceted and cannot be fully grasped from just one viewpoint. This aligns beautifully with the idea that different perspectives all contribute to a greater whole.
Similarly, Indigenous wisdom often emphasizes the importance of listening to multiple viewpoints and recognizing that truth is relational. Many Native traditions encourage dialogue and storytelling, understanding that each person’s experience is a valid piece of the larger picture.
These ancient traditions remind us that perspective is not a limitation—it’s a strength. By honoring different perspectives, we weave together a richer, more complex understanding of reality.
What Science Says About Perspective
Modern psychology supports this idea as well. Studies in cognitive bias and neuroplasticity show that our beliefs and experiences shape how we perceive reality. Essentially, our brains filter information through the lens of what we already believe to be true.
Research in cognitive flexibility—the ability to shift perspectives—shows that people who can entertain multiple viewpoints tend to be more creative, adaptable, and resilient. A 2020 study published in Frontiers in Psychology found that individuals who engage in perspective-taking exercises demonstrate greater problem-solving abilities and reduced stress levels.
So when we stay open to different perspectives, we’re not just being diplomatic—we’re literally rewiring our brains for greater adaptability and clarity.
The Puzzle Piece Analogy: Seeing the Bigger Picture
One way I like to think about perspectives is through the analogy of a puzzle. Imagine that each of us is a puzzle piece. When we’re zoomed in, we only see our own shape and the pieces that fit closely around us. It’s easy to assume that the whole puzzle looks like what we can see. But when we zoom out, we realize that there are thousands of different pieces, each unique, yet all contributing to the full picture.
This is how I see perspectives. Mine is one piece of the puzzle. Yours is another. Someone else’s is yet another. And rather than trying to make every piece identical, we can honor that each perspective adds to the greater whole.
Practical Ways to Expand Your Perspective
Want to cultivate a more expansive way of seeing the world? Here are some ways to start:
Practice Perspective-Taking: The next time you strongly disagree with someone, challenge yourself to see things from their point of view. You don’t have to adopt their beliefs, but just try to understand where they’re coming from.
Explore Multiple Teachings: If you’re drawn to a particular spiritual or self-development practice, look into how different cultures and traditions approach it. Notice what resonates and what doesn’t.
Ask More Questions: Instead of immediately deciding whether something is true or false, sit with the question. What if this were true? What if the opposite were true? Play with the possibilities.
Reflect on Your Own Beliefs: What are some things you currently believe to be true? Have you always believed them? What changed? This can help you see how fluid truth can be.
Embrace Playfulness: Don’t take perspectives too seriously! Try seeing life as a game where you can pick up and put down different viewpoints just to see how they feel.
In Closing: A World of Perspectives
At the end of the day, I speak from my own perspective because I believe in your power to discern what’s true for you. My truth doesn’t have to be your truth, and that’s the beauty of it all. We are all important pieces of this grand puzzle, each contributing something unique to the whole.
So the next time you hear someone speaking in absolutes, take a step back and ask yourself—does this resonate? Does this expand my understanding, or does it feel limiting?
Because the most empowering perspective is the one that allows you to keep growing, exploring, and discovering more of you.
Love to you, always. 💛
*I HIGHLY recommend checking out Native and Indigenous sources to do a deeper dive into the topic covered. The very short paragraph included here has the intention to bring awareness to this perspective, but not speak for it. Please check out more in depth information directly from the source!
