Who's the villain? What we're really protecting
Have you ever been completely blindsided by someone calling you mean, uncaring or unfair when you were honestly just trying to help? Have you ever labelled a hurtful action, a sharp word or an unwanted boundary as pure malice?
We have a habit of dividing the world into heroes and villains but in the real world, "villainy" is almost always a matter of perspective.
In this episode of Life in the Grey, we step away from the binary world of "good versus bad" to explore the messy middle of human motivation.
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Creators and Guests
Host
Faith
Faith is a Singapore-born advocate for holistic wellbeing, informed by decades of personal exploration into counselling practices, therapy and trauma recovery. Although not a psychologist, she has developed a nuanced understanding of emotional wellness through her healing journey. Married and living in Singapore, Faith shares her home with two beloved cats and nurtures a passion for jump rope, finding both joy and valuable life lessons in it. Her outlook embraces a blend of physical, spiritual and emotional health, allowing curiosity, compassion and intentional consideration to guide her as she navigates the gentle greys that lie between life’s extremes.
Host
Melody
Melody is a passionate advocate for empowering mothers through connection, faith and digital engagement. As the project leader for Mums At The Table, a vibrant community for mothers, Melody leads efforts to create meaningful content that helps mums navigate parenting while fostering deeper relationships with their children and local communities. With a background in media and communication, Melody uses her expertise to engage mothers in digital spaces, equipping them with practical tools for parenting and personal growth. She lives in Sydney with her husband and their primary-school-aged son.