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Multiple Realities: Embracing Different Truths in Divided Times
In a world increasingly defined by division, it often feels like we’re living in entirely separate realities. This isn’t just a figure of speech — it’s a reflection of the truth that our experiences, beliefs, and access to information shape the way we see the world. These unique “truths” we hold form the basis of our choices, values, and even conflicts.
The idea of multiple realities — the coexistence of differing perspectives and truths — can feel uncomfortable. After all, if my truth feels so self-evident, how can another person’s truth be just as valid? Yet, learning to embrace this multiplicity is essential if we’re to foster understanding, reduce conflict, and navigate the complexities of our time.
The Challenge of Multiple Realities
One poignant example of this is the re-election of Donald Trump. For many, it was an event loaded with meaning — catastrophic, disastrous, even apocalyptic. It was easy to label Trump voters as “uninformed” or “wrong” and to write off their choices as incomprehensible. But if we pause for a moment, we might ask ourselves: What would it take to see this event…
