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The One You Feed · August 28, 2026 · 53m

How to Find Wisdom in the Things You’re Struggling With

Poet and theologian Pádraig Ó Tuama joins Eric to explore how struggling with difficult emotions can become a source of wisdom. They discuss how fear and anger often signal deeper unmet needs, how to stay present with discomfort without being overwhelmed by it, and why some insights can only emerge over time. Ó Tuama also reflects on belonging, identity, and how healthy communities create space for disagreement and complex stories.

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Ó Tuama and Eric discuss how surface emotions like fear and anger often point to deeper, unmet needs beneath them.
The Stories That Shape Our Identity and Belonging
Ó Tuama explores how the stories and beliefs we inherit shape our sense of identity and belonging, and why questioning them is essential for growth.

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