I once went to a therapist who told me we each have our own truth. Knowing your truth means “accepting your personal story, acting with intention rather than reacting, and aligning daily actions with core values.” [1] According to Deepak Chopra, he claims that in a “climate of distrust and anxiety, there is a positive outcome if you can find your own truth.” He believes that “the darkness is dispelled by shining a light.” [2] 

We have all experienced some form of darkness in life, whether that’s through a physical loss of self, or a loss of a person from our lives. And if you haven’t yet suffered a major loss this article is also for you. The best way to fight darkness and despair is to be prepared for it when it happens. Know your truth is a beautiful thing, your story makes you who you are and know that everyone loves you and wants what’s best for you moving forward. 

According to SFGATE, “Direct experience is everything. As so often when it comes to being more conscious, the two main players are attention and intention.” [3] An intention is the “idea that you plan (or intend) to carry out. If you mean something, it’s an intention.

Your goal, purpose, or aim is your intention. It’s something you mean to do, whether you pull it off or not.” [4] For example in recovery we are required to have a relapse prevention plan to set goals for maintaining our stability in life and have a plan for dealing with our emotions and feelings should they arise. 

Reference:

[1] How to Find Your Own Truth. By Deepak Chopra, MD, FACP, FRCP | by Deepak Chopra | Medium

[2] How to Find Your Own Truth. By Deepak Chopra, MD, FACP, FRCP | by Deepak Chopra | Medium

[3] How to Find Your Own Truth

[4] https://www.vocabulary.com/dictionary/intention