#483 How to Hold Two Truths At the Same Time

Send us Fan Mail What if the reason you feel conflicted isn’t confusion, but the fact that two truths are trying to exist at the same time? In today’s episode, we challenge the black-and-white thinking that keeps people stuck in relationships, emotions, and decisions. We talk about why the brain resists complexity, how the nervous system overwhelm shuts down perspective, and what it actually takes to hold opposing feelings without losing your sense of self. This conversation is honest, practical, and meant to stretch how you think about growth, emotional intelligence, and personal evolution. If your brain feels slightly uncomfortable while listening, congratulations. That’s expansion. Press play. Here are the related episodes, each one builds on today’s conversation: | How Good Are You REALLY At Making Better Decisions - | Why Your Deepest Insecurities Hold the Key to Your Greatest Growth - Learn more about: 🤝 Out of the Mud (OOTM) - "The Psychology of Feeling Behind in Life" - 📽️ Insightful films. Meaningful growth. Join our Evolve Movie Club - 🌱 The Therapy Program gives you support when and how you need it. No pressure. Just real help. Start your free 7-day trial today - _________________ Connect with Emilia, Bianca & the EVOLVE VENTURES Community: Website: Instagram - Facebook - (Public Page) Evolve Ventures Society (Private Facebook Group) - Emilia’s IG - Bianca’s IG - Connect with Emilia & Bianca from Evolve Ventures for FREE: Show notes: (2:17) Why people struggle with duality (7:08) Equal opposite thinking explained simply (11:45) Emotional duality in relationships (18:00) Adult awareness versus childhood experiences (23:57) Nervous system overwhelm and identity (29:35) Expanding thinking beyond one dimension (33:49) Building distress tolerance through discomfort (36:56) Skills for holding two truths (38:29) Outro ***Leave them a 5-star review if you felt their energy, became inspired, or felt as though the value was added to your life in your EVOLUTION. (Stay tuned for this coming Thursday’s episode!)

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#483 How to Hold Two Truths At the Same Time is an episode from Evolve Ventures by Emilia Smith & Bianca Thomas.

This episode is 41:08 long.

This episode was published on Mar 2, 2026.

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