Ep. 6: Self-Reclamation
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We come into this world whole and complete, untouched and unscathed by the expectations and circumstances of the world.
And yet through the years, we give away pieces of ourselves to compromise, to keep the peace, to fit in, to be accepted, to be loved, etc.
Little by little we drain ourselves of our true nature as we bend, mold, soften, and shape ourselves to fit the desires of others and to avoid standing out. We essentially shrink ourselves to avoid being seen, because being seen highlights our vulnerabilities.
If left unchecked over time, we become a product of our surroundings, our circumstances, and our relationships instead of an authentic reflection of our inherent values, intentions, and desires. We wear the masks others have handed to us or forced upon us instead of allowing our true nature to shine.
In this episode, we discuss how to identify the aspects of self that we’ve given away or hidden away as well as solutions for self-reclamation.
EPISODE LINKS
Fear-apy podcast episode
Mirrors of Perception Blog Post
Meditation to Release Limiting Beliefs
JOURNAL PROMPT QUESTIONS
Who or what do you tell yourself you are?
Who or what do you tell yourself you're not?
What are the boundaries your mind has used to define and limit you? To keep you small and unobtrusive.
How does your internal critic limit your life and your potential?
In what ways do I compromise myself and my authentic truth to please others?
What patterns or beliefs limit my ability to be fully authentic in my actions, words, behaviors, and endeavors?
Who is the person I present to the world?
Who is the person I truly desire to be and know I am at my core?
What expectations do you feel the need to uphold to maintain the version of yourself you and others "know"?
What identities are you protecting that no longer serve you?
What aspects of myself do I hide from others?
What characteristics of myself do I hide away that I wish I had the freedom to share with others?
What higher purpose awaits me if I reclaim these lost or missing or hidden aspects of myself?
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