Why be authentic right now?

Mid January 2024 the world changed in an instant. And for many communities, it just got a lot more dangerous to be your true, authentic self. Now, we know who we are regardless of what proclamations are signed or what others say about us. But also, I can’t deny it hurts to have such hate levied at you. The question I’m asking this week is: why be authentic right now? For a lot of us, every instinct is telling us to hide, to go back into the closet, or just not come out of it at all. Try to mask, to code switch, and to fit in so you don’t draw attention. But the truth is, the world needs your authenticity–the world needs YOU–now more than ever. And I talk about why that is and why it’s vital to be authentic even in moments like this. Want to learn more about this show? Visit Feathermane Soul to learn about the podcast, see how you can support it and become a guest.