The Mirror Of The Soul | Season 41, Episode 5

Host: Steve Macchia, Guest: Matt Scott "What are we holding on to that God may be asking us to release?" — Steve Macchia When does self care become selfish care? In this episode of The Discerning Leader Podcast, Steve Macchia and Matt Scott explore the "mirror of the soul"—the invitation to develop a deeper, more honest awareness of who we are, what is happening within us, and how our inner lives shape our relationships with God and others. Together, they explore the difference between self-awareness and self-absorption, the role of trusted community in helping us see our blind spots, and the importance of slowing down before reacting. They also consider the difference between healthy self-care and selfish care, and how humility, listening, and honest reflection can lead us toward reconciliation and deeper spiritual maturity. The journey toward discernment begins with awareness: noticing, naming, and bringing what is beneath the surface into the presence of God. Join the conversation about spiritual discernment as a way of life at www.LeadershipTransformations.org (http://www.leadershiptransformations.org) and consider participation in our online and in-person program offerings. Additional LTI spiritual formation resources can be found at www.SpiritualFormationStore.com (http://www.spiritualformationstore.com) and www.ruleoflife.com (http://www.ruleoflife.com) and www.healthychurch.net (http://www.healthychurch.net) .