During our conversation, Joy and I take a deep dive into what it means to live authentically, not as a final destination, but as a continuous self-discovery process that involves a lot of messiness, ups and downs, and beautiful discomfort.
We explore how wearing masks and seeking approval for years (or decades) can leave us disconnected from our true nature. Additionally, how returning to ourselves requires both gentle self-inquiry and bold honesty about who we’ve become versus who we are apart from society’s conditioning.
We also discuss how life transforms when we finally stop performing, including the relief our nervous system feels, how performance-based relationships fall away (while more aligned connections with others emerge), and how the energy once spent pleasing others becomes fuel for our unique creative expressions.
Finally, we talk about transformative practices for daily authenticity, such as:
Tuning into our body’s wisdom
Journaling—without an internal editor—from a place of healing instead of shame
Asking ourselves the piercing question, “What do I know that I’m pretending not to know?”
Because deep down, I believe we all recognize when we’re dimming our light.
If you’re exhausted from pretending, ready to reclaim yourself, and willing to trade your masks for the freedom of being fully seen, this discussion is for you.
Let us know your thoughts!
