Even the ‘Fake’ Ones Are Real: Redefining Authenticity"

This week we dive into the buzzword word “authenticity” and ask: what does it even mean to be authentic? Is this a goal we need to reach or are we already being authentic in every moment? Why does being authentic sometimes feel like chasing an unachievable standard? Are we molding ourselves into what we think others expect—are we forgetting that being human is inherently messy and ever-evolving?Join us as we unpack the ways societal norms, social media, and our own fears shape what authenticity looks like (or doesn’t) and how we can reclaim the freedom to just be.Whether you’ve felt stuck in the pressure to be “authentic” or you’re questioning what authenticity even means anymore, this episode offers a fresh, freeing perspective!For more from us at This Life: Subscribe to our newsletter:Follow us on Instagram:The game we started the show with:The Skin Deep: This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit julyandjamie.substack.com/subscribe