Ep4: Life Isn't What It Seems

The Voice of The June Lotus

In this episode, we explore how perspective shapes the way we experience life. Our upbringing, core memories, and cultural influences all create the “lens” through which we see the world — and that lens impacts everything from our relationships to our choices, and even the way we see ourselves.

We’ll reflect on how nothing is ever quite what it seems, especially in the age of social media, and how awareness of perspective can free us from comparison, misunderstanding, and unnecessary conflict. Together, we’ll practice ways to update our “prescription,” expand our awareness, and move through life with greater clarity, compassion, and empowerment.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why your perspective is shaped by core memories and early experiences
• How two people can experience the same situation in completely different ways
• The impact of perspective on daily choices, relationships, and opportunities
• Why life isn’t always what it looks like from the outside
• Practical ways to shift and update your perspective

Practices in This Episode:

• A simple awareness practice for noticing and shifting your lens in real time
• Reflection on how perspective influences your reactions to others
• Journal prompts to uncover core beliefs and reframe old stories

Journal Prompts:

1. What are three core beliefs I inherited from my family or culture?
2. Do these beliefs still serve me today? Why or why not?
3. Where in my life might I need to “update my prescription” and see things with fresh eyes?
4. How do I want others to experience me? What lens might they be looking through when they interact with me?

Length: under 20 minutes

If you’re ready to step into more self-awareness and compassion — both for yourself and for others — this episode is for you.