At a publishing conference, Candace heard a piece of advice that stopped her in her tracks: If someone tells you what not to do, listen. They probably learned the hard way. If they tell you what to do, take it with a grain of salt. In this episode, she explores the wisdom hidden in other people's mistakes, the value of learning from shared experiences, and why trusting your own inner knowing is still one of the most important guides you'll ever have.
In this episode of The Spiritual Cupcake Podcast, Candace shares a memorable conversation from a recent publishing conference that sparked a powerful reflection on advice, wisdom, and self-trust.
When someone tells us what not to do, they're often sharing lessons learned through trial, error, heartache, and hard-earned experience. There can be tremendous value in listening to those stories and considering the paths that others have already traveled.
But when it comes to being told exactly what to do, things get a little more complicated. What worked beautifully for one person may not be the right fit for another. We each carry different dreams, values, experiences, and callings. Advice can offer perspective, inspiration, and possibilities—but it shouldn't replace our own intuition.
Candace explores the balance between remaining open to the wisdom of others while honoring the inner voice that knows what is best for us. Because sometimes the greatest lesson isn't following someone else's map—it's learning to trust your own compass.