| Where Are You on my Scale of Authenticity The other day I posed a quick video on the stages of authenticity I went through. So many people related to it that I thought I would share it with you here. If you prefer to just watch the video, you can do so HERE. So, my stages of authenticity were: 1. I wasn't even aware of who my authentic self was. So I was completely compliant. I pretty much just remember trying to not upset the apple cart all the time. Keeping things peaceful. I was zero authenticity and all compliance. 2. Then, when I started to discover who my authentic self was, I started experimenting and expressing my authentic self. If there were negative reactions I would pull back. If there were positive receptions, I would dare to become even more authentic. I spent a long time here. 3. The third stage is where I am all authentic and very little compliance. Although, one of the things my isolation during COVID has revealed to me, is that I'm still quite compliant. I have more to say, and I know they are going to offend some of my fans and thrust me even further into the heretical domain. So... for me... being authentic involves risk. Many people think I have so much courage. But if they knew, they would see that I have a very tender heart that longs to be loved and is afraid of rejection. But nothing will overpower my desire for personal freedom and authenticity. So... I'm buckling up for the ride ahead. Where are you on this scale? | 