Feeling stuck in a relationship, at work, or even within yourself? In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, Light Watkins unpacks the hidden reason so many of us stay frustrated and reveals the simple inner shift that leads to freedom. Instead of waiting for others to change, you’ll learn how to recognize the subtle expectations that keep you captive — and how to let them go in real time.

By the end, you’ll have a practical challenge you can apply immediately whenever you feel trapped in “shoulds” or “if onlys.” This is the kind of inner work that instantly shifts your perspective and opens the door to peace.

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• How to Get Your Partner to Change
• What to Do If You’ve Outgrown a Friendship

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Uploaded on Aug 25, 2025

Have you ever had someone snap at you for no apparent reason? One moment, you're minding your business, and the next, you're caught in the crossfire of someone else’s frustration. It feels personal, but what if it’s not? In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, we explore why emotional reactions are rarely about you and more about unresolved wounds, past experiences, and personal worldviews.

From George Bush’s misunderstood peace sign in Australia to a stranger projecting family frustrations during a routine flight, this episode highlights how people filter words and actions through their own lenses. You'll learn why it's crucial not to take things personally and how staying grounded can transform conflict into connection.

By shifting your perspective, you’ll discover the freedom that comes from managing your own awareness instead of reacting defensively. Tune in to explore how understanding this simple truth can make life feel lighter and relationships more harmonious.

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What’s the most annoying thing people do? It’s not gossiping. It’s not complaining. It’s giving advice you never asked for.

We’ve all been on the receiving end of it — someone who means well, but ends up making us feel small, talked down to, or misunderstood. And if we’re honest, we’ve probably been the ones doing it too.

The truth is, unsolicited advice rarely lands the way we hope. It often feels obvious, condescending, or gets brushed off entirely. That’s because most advice comes from our need to be right rather than our desire to truly support.

In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, I share a simple 3-step method that transforms how you give advice. Instead of creating distance, it helps your words feel supportive, validating, and even welcoming.

If you enjoyed this episode, you may also like:

• How to Give Honest Feedback (Without Triggering Them)
• How to Navigate Toxic Relationships

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Most people dabble in meditation. I took a different path. For the last 22 years, I’ve meditated every single day—more than 10,000 times, without missing once.

In this episode, I share the surprising lessons that came from that level of consistency. You’ll hear why what people call a “monkey mind” is really just stress leaving the body, how to recognize your heart’s voice with more clarity, and why you’re never actually behind in life—you’re always on divine time. I also open up about how meditation reshaped my relationship to other people’s opinions, revealed the truth about soulmates, and helped me make faster, better decisions by choosing what expands me instead of what looks good on paper.

These aren’t hacks or clichés—they’re hard-earned insights from sitting down, day after day, for more than two decades. If you’ve ever wondered what meditation can really do for you, this episode will give you an inside look.

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• How to Get Meditation to Work for You
• 5 Meditation Misconceptions that are making it HARDER

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Have you ever considered getting back with an ex?

If so, you’ve probably heard it all:

“Move on.”

“Leave the past behind.”

“They don’t deserve another chance.”

Maybe that’s true.

Or maybe, there are very good reasons to revisit a former relationship.

I’ve been there myself—breaking up, getting back together, more times than I can count.

And to be honest? I’ve never regretted it.

It all comes down to why you’re considering it.

There are constructive reasons to go back—and plenty of reasons not to.

And that’s where the spiritual perspective comes in.

It helps us move beyond the black-and-white thinking that often clouds these decisions.

In today’s Spiritual Perspective video, we’re exploring all sides of this scenario.

So, if you’re on the fence about revisiting the past—whether it’s a relationship, an old career, or another chapter of your life—this short, 8-minute episode is for you.

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Do you ever get to the end of the day and wonder where all the time went?

Most of us are moving so fast that we skip over the very life we’re working so hard to live. We think hustle will lead to fulfillment — but from the spiritual perspective, the opposite is true.

In this episode, you’ll learn how slowing down can actually create more time and make your days feel fuller, not emptier. I’ll share a step-by-step blueprint for weaving presence into the life you already have — without falling behind on your responsibilities.

Watch until the end to discover the overlooked shift that changes the way you move through each day.

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• The Dark Side of Hustle Culture
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Uploaded on Aug 25, 2025

This week on The Spiritual Perspective, we’re diving into a question many of us wrestle with:

Why do certain people trigger us so intensely?

And what can we learn from it?

Whether it’s public figures like Elon Musk or people in our daily lives, our emotional reactions often reveal more about our inner world than the person themselves. In this episode, we explore how triggers can serve as mirrors, reflecting unresolved parts of ourselves.

You’ll gain insights into how to shift from judgment to understanding, how to find compassion even when it feels impossible, and how recognizing someone's positive traits can help you respond thoughtfully, stay grounded, and handle challenging situations with clarity and confidence. 

If you’ve ever felt frustrated or angry with someone, this episode shows you how to reflect on those emotions, understand what they reveal about you, and take steps to grow from the experience.

Join me as we explore how to turn emotional triggers into opportunities for self-awareness and deeper connections.

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In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, I’m pulling back the curtain on the dark side of hustle culture. We’re living in a time where everything—our time, our attention, even our personal lives—is being monetized. And the message we get is clear: if you just work harder, earn more, and achieve more, then you’ll finally feel fulfilled.

But in my experience, it doesn’t work that way. I’ve seen plenty of people (myself included) hit the big milestones—money, relationships, recognition—and still feel anxious, empty, or restless. That’s because true fulfillment doesn’t come from stacking accomplishments. It comes from building a steady inner life.

In this conversation, I’ll share the one trait I’ve noticed in every truly fulfilled person I’ve met, and how you can develop it without quitting your job or neglecting your responsibilities. It’s a small shift that changes everything.

If your life looks great on the outside but feels off on the inside, this episode is for you.

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Uploaded on Aug 25, 2025

Most people don’t realize it until it’s too late. You’ve built a life that looks impressive on paper—but feels empty to live. Bills, responsibilities, and expectations pile up. The dream that once lit you up has been replaced by status-chasing and ego-driven choices.

In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, you’ll learn a new framework for making purpose-based decisions—without blowing up your life. You’ll discover how to reconnect with your core values, redefine success from the inside out, and know when to say yes (or no) based on alignment, not ego.

And yes—there is one situation where going for the money isn’t selling out, but is actually spiritually sound. We’ll break that down, too.

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• How to Unlock Free Will
• The Easy Life Lie

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Uploaded on Aug 25, 2025

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Episode Show Notes:

Some people are convinced they have a deeper calling. Others believe purpose is just a Western concept—something we tell ourselves to make life feel more meaningful.

Here’s the truth: No hard scientific proof exists that everyone has a purpose.

And yet—there are countless examples of people who’ve gone through unimaginable hardship, only to look back and say, That experience gave my life meaning.

So, what’s really going on here?

Most people get stuck on the idea that purpose is something they need to find. They think it’s about landing the right job, making millions, or leaving a legacy.

But that’s not how it works.

They also assume that only the privileged have access to purpose.

Or that if they don’t have some grand mission, they must be missing out.

But what if purpose isn’t about what you do—but how you show up?

That’s what we’re exploring in this week’s episode of The Spiritual Perspective.

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