Two Things Can Be True

I think we often forget that two things can be true at the same time. I can feel joy and sadness about the very same thing. For example, I’m preparing to serve as a panelist for an Interfaith Allyship discussion at work. It’s an incredible opportunity that excites me—but at the same time, I feel nervous. Both feelings are real, and both are true.

Life often gives us “and” instead of “or.” Have you ever experienced moments where two truths lived side by side for you?

If we could lean into this idea, I believe it would open the door for healthier conversations, especially when we don’t see eye to eye. I can love you and still disagree with your perspective. Holding space for both allows room for growth, deeper understanding, and honest connection.

The more I grow, the more I see that not everything in life is linear or simple. Complexity is part of the journey. And when those moments of tension or duality come, I remind myself: two things can be true at the same time.