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Being Authentic For Real: Part 2

Being Authentic For Real: Part 1, we dug into the definition of authenticity. Now that we know what the term really means, I want to share how living authentically increases life satisfaction, well-being, and inner peace, and how it can have lasting impacts not only personally, but also in our relationships. Authenticity and well-being Psychologists who research authenticity have found that being authentic, as defined above, can provide a host of benefits, including a strong sense of self-worth and self-confidence, a greater ability to follow through on goals, and more effective coping skills. Authenticity is positively correlated with many factors that contribute to happy,

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My Thoughts

Being Authentic For Real: Part 1

As they say, everyone else is already taken, so why not be yourself? Is it really that easy?  If you are someone who is into personal development, self-help or conscious leadership, you have undoubtedly heard the call to be more authentic.  “Be an authentic you, living an authentic life- your best life.”  Seriously though, what does that really mean? When I say the Mexican food was authentic, you probably know what I mean. But, when it comes to the self, are we all operating with the same definition of the word “authentic,” or has it just become another cliché that has lost it’s meaning?

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