Ep. #172: Coming Out Late: Don't Let Fear Dim Your Light

In this episode, Robin shares the other blog post from her late blooming nomadic traveling friend, Gila Melamed. With this blog post, Robin and Gila force us to take a look at both that which brings us joy, and that which challenges us and makes us realize that without both there can be no growth. And without growth - we die - inside and out.

Here’s a sampling of what you’ll hear discussed…

• "We are shaped by our experiences. Without both the challenges and the joyful moments, there is no path for growth.” -Gila Melamed
• The day will come for all of us when we realize we can no longer stay the same.
•  The ‘road’ to inner peace and liberation is not all unicorns & roses - Gila describes their path like this: “.. .Even though I knew with all my heart, that following my heart was the right thing for me,  my other parts were fighting me, trying to dim my shining light, reflecting their fear so profoundly, that at times, I was on my knees with agony..
• People are doing their best - unfortunately it doesn’t always align with our needs for safety and comfort or our desires. 
• Our emotional health and personal growth is contingent upon our own willingness to get curious and honest while exploring our emotions and feelings.
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