Unmasking the Illusions: Race, Religion, War and Borders with Abigail White Part One

"If we don't start talking more authentically to each other, we are going to get to a place where the extremists, whether it's left or right, are going to win." In this episode of Choices: Unmasking the Illusions: Race, Religion, War and Borders, Monica Cox and Abigail White, explore the concept of duality, the state of the world, and historical events. They discuss the negative impact of labelling things as good or evil, the influence of emotions on judgment, and the potential for positive change amidst adversity. The conversation also touches on the cycle of history, the power of hope, and the importance of individual courage in speaking one's truth. They criticize the suppression of dialogue on the internet and the fear of cancel culture, emphasizing the need for open conversation and understanding. Links: Jane Elliott - https://janeelliott.com/ "They ran so hard from the Nazis that they became the Nazis." https://www.tiktok.com/@redauxdefective/video/7290216226054343978 Topics Covered:  Discussion about the concept of duality and categorizing things as good or evil Impact of emotions and divisive mindset of "us versus them" Value of labeling things as good or bad and making better choices for oneself Pursuing justice without seeking revenge Historical events and the feeling of history repeating itself Belief in extraordinary acts of goodness emerging in the face of evil Emotional response to witnessing bad things happening in the world Importance of hope and belief in more people standing up for change Technology allowing people to connect and express their thoughts and beliefs Lack of value placed on love and constant fighting over land   Move the conversation forward on SM: https://www.instagram.com/monicacox.choices/ https://www.facebook.com/alisa.cox.39 Connect with Abigail on IG: https://www.instagram.com/breathoflife_healer/   Timestamps: The impact of emotions on duality [00:01:30] Discussion about how emotions can hinder the understanding of duality and the tendency to label things as good or bad. Moving beyond the "us versus them" mentality [00:02:40] Exploration of the trap of categorizing things as good or evil and the need to avoid projecting beliefs onto others. The cyclical nature of historical events [00:05:01] Reflection on living through historical events and the perception that history repeats itself, leading to a discussion on the potential for positive change. The struggle and the hope [00:12:35] The speaker talks about feeling sadness and empathy towards bad things happening in the world, but also feeling excitement for what is coming next. They mention the concept of growth and positive change in the face of adversity. The power of connection and community [00:17:16] The speaker discusses the importance of finding spaces and connecting with like-minded individuals who share similar beliefs and values. They emphasize the role of bravery and standing up for what feels right, even if it means being alone at times. The illusion of divisions [00:19:20] The conversation delves into the idea that divisions such as religion, skin color, and land are all made up and arbitrary. The speaker questions why humanity has been fighting the same wars based on these divisions for thousands of years and highlights the illusionary nature of these constructs. The value of love and fighting over land [00:22:41] Discussion on the lack of value placed on love compared to land, and the courage to step outside of one's tribe. Expanding the concept of family [00:23:58] Exploration of the importance of chosen family and the freedom it brings to have more options. The impact of cancel culture and the need for authentic dialogue [00:25:51] Concerns about the suppression of honest dialect, cancel culture, and the fear of speaking up leading to the dominance of extremists.   We’re here learning and growing alongside you as we move the conversation forward together from the BS that’s crushing authentic voices and keeping many in a loop of self-destruction. We’re here to make better choices consciously and truly understand the connection to our subconscious mind. We’re seeking the questions no one is daring to ask and are here to listen to answers with an open mind & loving heart - are you willing to do the same and help move the conversation forward? Alos, anything written or said about diet and mental health are my opinions, that I have formed over the years, through trial and error, study, reading, listening and observing. What worked for me, may not work for you. I am not a doctor, therapist, nutritionist or dietician and all medical advice should be gotten from a qualified professional. Music by: Coma-Media Bounce