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What a wonderful New Year's Resolution, Joel. In addition to telling the truth about our fears, needs, and anxieties, I believe it's important to tell the truth about our positive feelings. Many people keep those inside, too. I'll be writing about our genetically proven "negativity bias" in my January 17th newsletter. Here's to living fully in 2022. Blessings to you and your family.

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Great stuff, Joel!

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Truth is a hard pill to swallow Joel, specially when we are admitting our flaws and fixations to ourself after many years of denial. To emerge out of the destructive habits, we need to acknowledge the truth. I love that you keep reminding us of these simple yet powerful life changing practices. I almost forgot how much life changed since I started being authentic. You are very brave to practise the art of telling truth. Much love and thank you.

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Jan 2, 2022Liked by Joel Tefft

I also believe that when we tell the truth, we need to do it in the spirit of love, in order to build other people up, not to tear them down. I also agree with Heather, that we need to share the truth about our positive feelings as well. It shows that we are balanced human beings. Happy New Year and happy 2022!

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I'm glad to hear this resonated with you, Jayne. I really hope you found some inspiration as you pursue truth. You're right - it is hard! It's taken me years, and even needed therapy to figure out how to live in truth. I've still got a lot to learn, but I can tell you this much: You can do it! I believe in you, because you're already exploring truth through your reading and writing.

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