“Just Be Yourself” or “Fake It Till You Make It”? - Ep36 episode artwork

EPISODE · Jul 18, 2025 · 25 MIN

“Just Be Yourself” or “Fake It Till You Make It”? - Ep36

from SLOW Podcast by Kevin and Esther · host Kevin Loo and Esther Ku

We’ve all heard both pieces of advice: “Just be yourself.”And its bold cousin: “Fake it till you make it.”But which one actually helps you grow—and which one keeps you stuck?In this episode, we dig into the hidden trap behind the feel-good idea of “being authentic,” and why trying too hard to be “real” can backfire. You'll learn why personal development isn’t about faking it or blindly sticking to what’s familiar—but about something much more powerful.If you’ve ever felt torn between staying true to yourself and stepping into who you want to become—this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about confidence, authenticity, and growth.—Apply for a strategy call to elevate your life!https://deeperlifemastermind.com/application—Follow us on instagram!Kevin Loo | @kevric7https://www.instagram.com/kevinlooofficial/Esther Ku | @EstherShennyKuhttps://www.instagram.com/esthershennyku

We’ve all heard both pieces of advice: “Just be yourself.”And its bold cousin: “Fake it till you make it.”But which one actually helps you grow—and which one keeps you stuck?In this episode, we dig into the hidden trap behind the feel-good idea of “being authentic,” and why trying too hard to be “real” can backfire. You'll learn why personal development isn’t about faking it or blindly sticking to what’s familiar—but about something much more powerful.If you’ve ever felt torn between staying true to yourself and stepping into who you want to become—this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about confidence, authenticity, and growth.—Apply for a strategy call to elevate your life!https://deeperlifemastermind.com/application—Follow us on instagram!Kevin Loo | @kevric7https://www.instagram.com/kevinlooofficial/Esther Ku | @EstherShennyKuhttps://www.instagram.com/esthershennyku

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