Take off the mask you have been wearing
and start to live a life of authenticity.
Show your true self because it is a crucial aspect of who you really are. We are perceived by our authenticity, and it significantly influences the pleasures we derive from our experiences. It also affects our engagements, practices, and our behavior in life. Learning how to be your authentic self is an essential part of building meaningful relationships and having a stronger mindset.
What you do in life aligns with what you say and your story. It is your deepest core speaking to who you are. Some people fear being unaccepted in their circles or being judged for who they are. Living in a world of pretense gives you the sense of false security that makes you believe something that you are not. The deception is a facade and not the real you. Simply put, your authenticity means you are true to your own personality, values, and your behavior is genuine.
Living an authentic life offers more abundance than hiding your true self. People can often tell when your character is presented inauthentically or fake. Honesty is an important part of being authentic. It fosters trust and welcomes a fulfilling experience with those around us.
There are benefits to being your authentic self. We stay true to who we genuinely are – no pretending. We follow our passions, do what makes us happy, and we live life to the fullest.
Other benefits of being your authentic self:
- Integrity – you don’t hesitate to do the right thing.
- Ability to deal with problems – builds strength and openness instead of procrastinating.
- Confidence and self-esteem – you trust yourself to make the right decisions.
- You experience personal growth.
- You have enriched relationships.
- You promote personal well-being.
- You have a complete feeling of being you and loving yourself.
How to Be Authentic
You can develop your authentic self through a lifelong process of discovery. It is a practice and requires patience, time, and dedication to doing it. Consider these strategies to make a start:
- Live by your values
- Communicate honestly
- Identify who you want to be
- Manage your emotions
- Practice mindfulness
- Be impeccable with your word
- Learn to say no and define your boundaries
- Listen to your inner voice to hear your hopes and dreams
- Pay attention to your goals and reflect on your journey
- Be grounded by the truest version of yourself
Living authentically is like any other learning process. It starts with reflection to pause and become self-aware of who you are. From a place of strengthened self-awareness, you can begin to show up as your authentic self in life. Develop the courage to face your fears and take daily actions towards discovering and being yourself.
Enjoy living authentically!
Check out this link to an article on Psychology Today:
Develop Authenticity: 20 Ways to Be a More Authentic Person