AUTHENTICITY
“Authenticity is the daily practice of letting go of who we think we're supposed to be and embracing who we are. Choosing authenticity means cultivating the courage to be imperfect.”~ Brené Brown
There are many words that have been so over-used that we respond cynically when we hear them or are no longer impacted. Unprecedented, for instance, we’ve heard that a LOT haven’t we?
Authenticity is another – and no wonder, because we feel compelled to search for it in ourselves and in others. In a world of hype and fake news we hunger and thirst for truth.
I think Brené Brown’s explanation of the word is very helpful.
Many coaches, like me, are concerned with supporting our clients to climb outside of the restrictions of our ‘shoulds’ and ‘oughts’ and shed the ill-fitting clothes of being what we think others expect from us. To stand up courageously in the imperfection that is our authentic self may take some practise.
Are you up for exploring that? May I be of assistance? Let’s have a free discovery call.