Authenticity

What do you think about when you near "authenticity"? To love yourself is to know yourself, which is why authenticity is so important. When you are born, that’s the most authentic version of you. Over time, we allow other people’s opinions of' us to shape how we view ourselves. We allow their insecurities to overflow onto us. This is not something that’s done intentionally. Social media, tv, celebrities, etc play a huge role in our inability to be our authentic selves. In a world of people “keeping it 100”, as a society, we are the most fake ever, from purses to body parts. Don’t get me wrong, there’s nothing wrong with enhancements, just don’t forget who are.

How does one maintain their authenticity?

*Abandon lies and stories told about you

*Abandon self-limiting and self-destructive behaviors

*Abandon negative self-talk

*Adopt daily positive affirmations

*Be aware of your surroundings (stay away from negative people and situations)

*Spend time alone, get to know your likes and dislikes

Go and be well, have an amazing day

“Change one life, change generations”- Katrina Chesney, MSW