[#20] I Dare You to Be Authentic

This week we’re talking about what it really means to be authentic—not just the performative kind, but the kind that lets people see you, even when it’s uncomfortable. We get into the difference between showing up strong vs. showing up vulnerable, how expectations in relationships mess with our energy, and why trusting yourself is everything. Also: full moon energy, dumpster chic sunglasses, and Emily’s vegan cookies. You know, the essentials.

I dare you to be authentic—messy, tender, loud, soft, ALL of it.

Journal Prompts

1. When do I feel most like myself? Describe a moment when you felt completely authentic. What were you doing? Who were you with? How can you create more of that?
2. What part of myself am I still hiding from others—or from myself? Explore why. What fear, story, or expectation might be standing in the way?
3. What does vulnerability look like for me right now? Is there someone I want to open up to more fully? What would I say if I let my guard down?

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