Safe Self ("Acceptable Self") vs. Authentic Self

In this episode, we're exploring the idea of 'safe self' or 'acceptable self' vs. authentic self, and how we’ll only ever be as authentic as our willingness to be rejected. In other words, our ability to show up authentically in life expands in direct proportion to our willingness to be “rejected” for who we are. SourcesKalyani, B., Venkatasubramanian, G., Arasappa, R., Rao, N., Kalmady, S., Behere, R., Rao, H., Vasudev, M., & Gangadhar, B. (0168). Neurohemodynamic correlates of ‘OM’ chanting: A pilot functional magnetic resonance imaging study. International Journal of Yoga, 4(1), 3-6.Autonomic Nervous System (Cleveland Clinic)Continued Reading + ResourcesArticle: 5 Ways to Stimulate Your Vagus Nerve (Cleveland Clinic)Article: When Trauma Gets Stuck in the BodyArticle: The Vagus Nerve in TraumaArticle: Increasing Vagal Tone + HRVArticle: Fight Anxiety with a Strong Vagus NerveArticle: Butterfly Hug for Bilateral StimulationDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice.*This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!Become a member of The Soul Horizon community (or give a one-time donation) to support the podcast. Thank you for your generous support—it breathes life into The Soul Horizon. 💕🪽✨Work with me—schedule a free 30-minute breakthrough consultation today.Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and does not substitute individual psychological advice.No AI—all content and episodes created and written by Ashley Melillo.*This is an affiliate link. Purchasing through affiliate links supports The Soul Horizon at no extra cost to you. Thanks for your support!