“To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson
Good morning, gorgeous;
How do you feel about you, today and everyday?
Do you feel gloriously, beautifully, authentically yourself, or do you struggle with self-doubt?
Feeling amazing about who you are is 💯 a vital step in learning to create an inspiring life, but for many, it’s difficult to know how to be ourselves in a world that wants us to conform rather than express, to hide rather than shine.
Wear this not that.
Fit this size not that one.
Wear your long. Wear your hair short. Wear your hair parted in the middle or you’re unstylish and ugly.
Wear Birks. High waisted jeans. No, low waisted pants. Converse.
Go vegan. Paleo. Keto.
And a thousand other trends, fads, and “rules of conformity” that are thrown at us every single day.
It’s frustrating, isn’t it?😕
But babe, here’s a little secret for you, and a hard truth of reality: if you are trying to be cool by being like everyone else, you probably aren’t.
If you are a Lion trying to be a lamb – or a lamb trying to be a Lion – that skin just isn’t going to look right on you no matter how hard you try.🤷♀️
So maybe it’s time to just be what you are and embrace that muthafookin’ Lion-ness – or lamb-ness and be yourself.
You can begin this process by starting to notice what makes you feel excited, happy, or even curious.
Flip through some magazines. Browse Pinterest. Go window shopping for clothing and home decor ideas. This should be an individual process to avoid being influenced by well-meaning friends or family.
Write down what you observe or create a vision board.
In fact, 💯 create a vision board and remember to look at that when you wake and before bed, the times of day that your brain is in an alpha or theta brain state and at its best for creation.
What speaks to you, personally?
What lights you up?
Do you love rainbows and unicorns, boho chic, lit b#tch, nature goddess/god or goth with a moody vibe – or combination of all of the above?
There don’t have to be rules here. It’s all about what feels amazing to you.
Those things and folks that vibe with your soul and resonate on a deep level – whether style, home decor, music, travel, your tribe or anything else under the sun – these are the things that speak of your authentic self just waiting to reveal itself.
These are the lamps that are there to light your way to a happier, inspired – and inspiring – life.
So if you are feeling ready to stop living in the shadows of everyone else and step into the light of your own spectacular authenticity, get out there and start creating, babe.
Tune into your vibe and your tribe and find your most authentic self. And most importantly, have fun!🥳
And just in case you needed to hear it today, you are magnificent – and I love you!💖
This Blessed Sacred Life 