What is Evil?

Evil is often thought of as an external force, something separate from us, lurking in the shadows. But in this episode, Gary Zukav offers a transformative perspective—evil is not a presence but an absence. It is the absence of love, of light, of consciousness. As humanity undergoes an unprecedented shift, we are faced with a choice: to continue in fear and darkness or to bring love into our lives and the world around us. Gary explains that removing evil from the world begins with removing it from within ourselves. Darkness, or fear, manifests in our frightened parts of personality—our anger, judgment, and resentment. The key to transformation is not in suppressing these emotions but in acknowledging and challenging them. By becoming emotionally aware and choosing to act from the healthiest parts of our personalities, we create authentic power and shift the world around us. The solution to evil is not punishment or eradication but love and awareness. As Russian novelist Alexander Solzhenitsyn observed, the line between good and evil runs through every human heart. By choosing to cultivate love and compassion, even toward those who lack it, we begin to dissolve the darkness—both within ourselves and in the world. What You’ll Discover in This Episode: (00:41) — The true nature of evil: an absence, not a presence (01:25) — Why eliminating darkness starts with transforming yourself (02:35) — How to challenge fear instead of acting from it (03:24) — The power of making conscious, healthy choices (05:05) — Why compassion, even for those who lack it, is an act of courage Embrace the Soul Step Challenge: Take a moment to reflect on how fear and darkness have shown up in your life. Have you ever found yourself reacting from anger, judgment, or resentment? Instead of pushing these feelings away, try observing them with awareness. Challenge them by choosing love over fear. What happens when you respond from the most conscious, loving part of yourself? Learn how to align your personality with your soul and create authentic power in your life. The Authentic Power Guidelines course will guide you on this powerful journey. Learn More Here. Let’s Connect: Gary Zukav | Website Gary Zukav | Instagram Gary Zukav | Facebook Gary Zukav | Books Gary Zukav | YouTube Gary Zukav | X (Twitter)