#31 The Seed of Doubt#31 The Seed of Doubt
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Sometimes there seems to be a little competition that goes on within ourselves between confidence and doubt. I'm good at this, but not so good at that. I'm smart. I'm attractive. I'm able. But sometimes it feels like I'm not. If doubt is nothing more...
30:28•14 Apr 2015
Confidence vs. Doubt: Finding Certainty with Gangaji
Episode Overview
- Doubt can be a habit that feels like an annoying gnat but isn't harmful.
- Confidence is fleeting and often tied to ego, while true certainty is deeper.
- Suspending judgement about doubt allows for genuine inquiry into one's true self.
- Intelligent doubt serves as a survival mechanism, but habitual doubt can hinder growth.
- Finding a deeper certainty involves questioning assumptions and resting in the undeniable truth of 'I am.'
“Doubt is like a gnat; irritating but ultimately not harmful.”
Curious about how others navigate their sobriety journey? In this episode of Gangaji Podcasts, the enigmatic Gangaji, alongside host Hillary Larson, unravels the complex interplay between confidence and doubt. Are these just habits or something deeper? You'll hear personal stories and reflections on how doubt can feel like an annoying gnat, yet sometimes wreak havoc in our lives. Gangaji explores the possibility of finding a deeper certainty that transcends both confidence and doubt.
She shares her own experiences, including a moment of panic at BBC Radio, illustrating how doubt often masks self-worth issues. Through candid conversations with listeners, the episode examines the role of doubt in parenting, self-trust, and even apologising too much. Gangaji suggests that doubt can be both a survival mechanism and a hindrance when it becomes a habit. The discussion invites you to question your assumptions and find what is truly certain in life.
It's a thought-provoking journey that challenges you to rest in the undeniable certainty of 'I am.' So, what's deeper than doubt and confidence? Perhaps it's time to find out.
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