EPISODE · Dec 4, 2024 · 32 MIN
215: The Path to Authentic Self Expression - Befriending Your Ego
from I'm Perfectly Divine Podcast · host Michelle Bersell
We are told to "Be Authentic," like it is the most natural thing in the world. For those who have never experienced rejection, or the feeling of not being enough or unworthy, I am sure it is easy. For the rest of us, however, we are dealing with our ego defenses. Join me in this episode as I share how to address the protective mechanisms of our psychology that are rooted in past experiences and how to embrace, rather than shame these aspects of ourselves. I am sharing vulnerable moments from my time working with corporations as well as childhood experiences, in order to demonstrate the impact our past has on our authentic self-expression. Key takeaways: - The ego can manifest as both overconfidence and underconfidence - Emotional sensitivity is a strength, not a weakness - Befriending your ego leads to greater self-awareness - Vulnerability is essential for personal growth Ready to transform your relationship with yourself and unlock your divine nature? This episode offers practical wisdom for strong, spiritual, sensitive souls on their journey to authenticity. Tune in to learn how embracing your whole self - including your ego - can lead to profound personal transformation and deeper connections with others. Listen now and begin your journey toward authentic living! 🎧
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We are told to "Be Authentic," like it is the most natural thing in the world. For those who have never experienced rejection, or the feeling of not being enough or unworthy, I am sure it is easy. For the rest of us, however, we are dealing with our ego defenses. Join me in this episode as I share how to address the protective mechanisms of our psychology that are rooted in past experiences and how to embrace, rather than shame these aspects of ourselves. I am sharing vulnerable moments from my time working with corporations as well as childhood experiences, in order to demonstrate the impact our past has on our authentic self-expression. Key takeaways: - The ego can manifest as both overconfidence and underconfidence - Emotional sensitivity is a strength, not a weakness - Befriending your ego leads to greater self-awareness - Vulnerability is essential for personal growth Ready to transform your relationship with yourself and unlock your divine nature? This episode offers practical wisdom for strong, spiritual, sensitive souls on their journey to authenticity. Tune in to learn how embracing your whole self - including your ego - can lead to profound personal transformation and deeper connections with others. Listen now and begin your journey toward authentic living! 🎧
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