Discernment in the Spotlight

By Lori Lines

It’s so important to use discernment when you’re listening to or following someone on social media, especially in the spiritual or self-help spaces. Not everyone sharing advice or insights is coming from a place of genuine light or wisdom.

When someone truly has light, you’ll feel it. Their words resonate deep within you, bringing a sense of clarity, peace, or even an “aha” moment. It just clicks, and you know it’s true. More than that, being in their presence—whether physically, through their words, or in their energy—connects you to your own spirit. It uplifts you, aligns you, and reminds you of your own light. There’s no confusion, fear, or heaviness; instead, you feel empowered, like you’ve been brought back to yourself in some meaningful way.

On the other hand, when someone is operating from intellect or ego rather than light, their energy can feel off. Even if their words sound polished or logical, you might notice that listening to them leaves you unsettled. It could stir feelings like fear, doubt, or even anger—not because they’re shedding light on anything real, but because their energy is out of alignment. Instead of connecting with your spirit, they disconnect you from it.

The key is to trust your inner knowing—your intuition. It’s your built-in compass that helps you sense what’s real and what’s not. When someone truly carries light, it’s undeniable; you feel it. And when you listen to that inner guidance, it becomes so much easier to recognize what truly serves your growth and what you can gently release.

In love and truth,
​Lori Lines