Sept. 16, 2025

#197 | Holding Hard Truths in the Wake of Charlie Kirk: Kindness, Free Speech, and the Cost of Dehumanization

#197 | Holding Hard Truths in the Wake of Charlie Kirk: Kindness, Free Speech, and the Cost of Dehumanization

How do we hold space for grief, truth, and humanity when someone who had polarizing views is taken by violence?

In moments like these—where headlines are loud and emotions run high—many of us are struggling with what it means to respond in a way that’s honest, compassionate, and grounded. Whether you're a parent, a leader, or simply a human trying to make sense of a complicated world, this episode offers a place to pause, reflect, and choose kindness without erasing truth.

  • Understand why grief can feel especially complex when someone who caused harm dies tragically.
  • Explore how to navigate the tension between grace, anger, and justice in a polarized world.
  • Learn how to model grounded, honest responses for your kids and communities without losing your humanity.

Press play to explore the messy truth of holding space for both grief and accountability—and how choosing kindness in hard moments might be the most powerful thing we can do.



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