The gift (and importance) of authenticity

Can I admit something?

Sometimes I can be a bit embarrassed about myself. Sometimes I think that I should change and be more social, more productive, more generous, and less emotional. Sometimes I think my body should look different than it does.

But when I run into authentic people, it’s like I can sigh a breath of relief.

I don’t even know how to describe what it is to meet an authentic person — it’s more of the feeling they give off, that vibrant, alive energy. It’s like they are emitting a special frequency, a “ding” that happens when your inner self is in alignment with your outer self…

Do you know what I mean? Whether they are happy or sad or anxious or jazzed up or quiet… when I am with them, their “rightness” is in the air.

It relaxes me.

It reminds me that it’s okay for me to be me, too.

It’s such a gift.

And so, when I find myself wondering if I “should be different,” I remember the best thing I can do is embrace my own authenticity and integrity — as my own gift to the world. So maybe someone else who runs into me will take in a big breath of my energy, and maybe it will help them feel better.

Do you know any people who remind you that it’s okay to be you?

While I’m on maternity leave, I’m sharing some of the best posts from my archives — I hope you enjoy! :)  

I’m still over here rooting for you.

Katie