02/10/2019
THE LIBERATING JOURNEY BACK TO AUTHENTICITY.👣
You’ve probably heard people say “Just be you” many times before. So just why do we find such a seemingly simple task so hard sometimes? ;(
The Cambridge dictionary gives the following definition of authenticity:
1. The quality of being real or true.
But, still, how do we do that?🧐Let’s set off on the journey with these points:
1. We used the word ‘BACK’ because you ALREADY possess the authenticity you seek. You’ve simply forgotten and that’s okay. A big clue as to this ‘mystery’ is to think of your happiest childhood memories. Write them down. When were you your happiest back then?
2. Know that there is NOTHING WRONG WITH YOU. Like we said, you already possess the answers to “Who Am I?” and “What’s the real me like?” or “How am I unique?” – it’s now simply about saying YES to the journey of remembering.
3. Believe that you are exactly where you are supposed to be right now. If you’re still not sure of who you are or what you want to be doing, understand that you’ll need to be patient.
4. Take a sheet of paper and draw two columns. In one column, write everything that makes you smile/excited. In the other column, write down anything that makes you feel tired/heavy. Is there any way you can let go of some of the tired/heavy stuff?
5. Write down your top 5 values. What do you value the most? Family, career success, financial freedom, wholesome living, volunteer work?
6. Stay away from comparison, not only is it the ‘biggest thief of joy’, but it also takes you further away from your core values.
7. Notice when you stray from these values and how it often causes you to feel frustrations and even resentment towards others who may be expecting too much of you. How far are you willing to bend on your values for others before it gets too much?
8. Keep a diary and whenever an interesting thought or something which excites you pops up, write it down as something worthy to explore (that means make time for it and invest!)
9. Me-time is a must. It’s the only way you can get to know yourself – by giving yourself time with yourself! Schedule it in, mark it as non-negotiable.
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