Season 3: Series 3: Episode 1- Trusting Your Voice: The Responsibility of Truth July 12, 2026 We do not condemn violence, but we want to provide diverse examples. This series explores the art of being through an examination of self: growth, identity, learning, power, and transformation. This is not a trend; it is a lived experience. In today's series, we will explore how to trust your voice, build self-trust, and confront a difficult reality. Humans often say they want the truth until it disrupts comfort, identity, routine, relationships, or ego. Truth sounds noble in theory. But in practice? Truth creates friction. And if you are someone trying to speak honestly, lead authentically, create differently, or evolve publicly, you will eventually discover that trusting your voice is not a motivational slogan. It is a discipline. A responsibility. A daily practice. Many people are not struggling because they lack intelligence. They are struggling because they have been conditioned to distrust themselves. To second-guess. To shrink. To edit. To over-explain. To perform safety instead of practicing integrity. Individuals, including myself, have repeatedly asked for honesty. Just tell me the truth. Be real with me. I want authentic leadership. I want feedback. I want growth. But then the moment truth arrived: not cruelty, not arrogance, not disrespect; Just honest reflection! Defensiveness entered the room. Because truth is expensive. Truth may require: accountability, grief, identity shifts, humility, behavioral change, or the realization that the life you built no longer fits who you are becoming. Most of the time, it requires all of the above and more. Many individuals want confirmation more than the truth. Confirmation protects identity. Truth transforms it. And transformation is disruptive. Some of the themes covered in this episode are: Not being attached to an outcome Not forcing people to do something Everyone has a choice or free will Lead, not control, but build connection The duality of being seen, heard, and valued requires accountability and discomfort. Not enough to be aware, but what am I doing with it Stop giving our authority away, but interrupt and handle what you can handle Everyone has their own experience, and they are entitled to their own experience and decision Love for self and not external validation Co-Host Biographies: Jasmine A. Green, MAOL., is an inspiring, informative, and passionate advocate for individuals. With her extensive experience in personal development, she shares practical self-care and community engagement strategies that are both effective and accessible. Rhonda A. Lindsay is a servant leader at heart. She is continually seeking ways to enhance effectiveness within our community. She values collaborating with individuals and communities to benefit all participants. Sebrina A. Lindsay-Law, Ed.D., CPDC, is a career student who advocates for learning opportunities, structures, and practices across environments. She believes that everything is a lesson with a chance to grow and improve as an individual. Connect with us: Facebook Page: Existence Podcast Instagram: @Weare_existencepodcast Email: existence@evle.org