co existing feelings

Cognitive dissonance is the mental discomfort that results from holding two conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes. People tend to seek consistency in their attitudes and perceptions, so this conflict causes unpleasant feelings of unease or discomfort.1

It is the great cycle of existence, entrapped in the chains of duality.

But non-duality whispers, it’s all one play, sweetheart. The villain and hero were always the same actor, just wearing different wigs. (Bazzinga!)