Why does violence feel like the backdrop of our world today? Despite our technology, communication, and historical knowledge, conflict continues to erupt—in wars, in politics, in households, and even within ourselves. In this episode of The Spiritual Perspective, Light Watkins reframes violence not as a glitch in human nature, but as a consistent pattern woven into it.

From the ground-level view, it’s always “us vs. them”—victims and villains, good and bad, right and wrong. But when we zoom out, we see that violence doesn’t just appear out of nowhere. It often begins the moment someone feels unseen, unheard, or stripped of dignity. Left unchecked, that seed grows into resistance, and resistance almost always invites force from those in power.

So how do we break this cycle? Light shares why spiritual maturity requires moving beyond blame and stepping into true leadership—the kind that begins at home, in our workplaces, and in our communities by making others feel seen and valued.

If you found this perspective helpful, you may also enjoy:

• The Spiritual Perspective on Genocide
• The Dark Side of Hustle Culture

And if you’re ready to deepen your practice, join Light in Mexico City this fall for his live meditation workshop: mexico.beginmeditating.com.

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