Being Authentically You

    

With over 7 Billion people on the planet, it makes no sense to me as to why one would strive to be anyone but who they innately are. Our journeys here on earth are all beautifully orchestrated with unique experiences that make us who we are. In the modern day, authenticity which is gifted to us at birth, is very rare. In fact these days, I find that those who are authentic are in the minority, which is very telling to the state of the human condition.

I always find it amusing when I leave the house with whoever, and I see someone wearing a loud outfit that you would never see your typical day to day individual wearing. I say amusing not because of the outfit itself, but rather the reactions to it. Some people stare for long, others laugh...What you would expect really. The reality is simple. In that persons life, freedom and happiness are two energies that they radiate because they have the courage to be whoever they want to be. A reality that deep down, many of us wish we could exist in.

That’s all as a result of authenticity. What speaks to your soul? It could be your fashion sense, the movies you like, the way you carry yourself, the list goes on. When we are authentic, we attract things that are in alignment with us. No one else but us. It is a very powerful tool to have because it attracts love and hate. Yes, people may laugh at that outfit or your interests, but people will also love them for what they are. Love you for what you are, and they will ride with you till the end.

Think about musicians. One thing that comes with being an artist is the freedom. You get to be authentically you. One thing that they all have in common is the fact that they have haters. People that despise their music, their fashion, and who they are as people. Another thing that they have in common though, is their fans. People that love them and elevate them due to listening to their music, buying their merchandise, and going to their concerts. Love and hate.

Lack of authenticity (following trends/not being true to yourself) attracts like. No love, no hate. Like. "Yeah I like him, he's cool." Then what? We see so many people thriving in life, and we jump to the action of copying them because we think that will take us where it took them, not taking into consideration that numerous circumstances have led to their specific reality.

Whenever I am in doubt, I make sure that I am being true to my authentic self in whatever it is that I do. It goes a very long way. Forget how other people perceive you. That is always going to be a human norm. Judging, imposing, you know how it goes. Rather be happy and free. Your soul will be thankful and it will reflect in your day to day life.

Being authentic is a cheat code in the modern day because it shows the world that you are not afraid. It shows everyone that you are proud to be you, knowing that people will literally hate you for it...What better way to thrive on earth.