What story makes up your identity? | Dr Andrea Pennington helps you become who you really are

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What story makes up your identity ? 😳 When you look in the mirror - past the makeup and scars - do you ever sense that there is more to you than what you see in your reflection? Yes? So who are you? In my first TED talk I explained how our beliefs, and the stories we tell ourselves make up our identity. (👉🏾 see the TED talk here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pW2b1vwwf4&t;=2s) And guess what, YOU CAN CHANGE THE STORIES! We are all being called to become the hero of our life stories -- we can take back our power as the AUTHOR of our life drama -- and build in more joy instead of tragedy! (👉🏾Learn about how to share your story in the Time to Rise book project here: http://clk.im/TimeToRise ) STORIES DEFINE YOUR IDENTITY When asked “who are you” most people reply with their age, ethnic background, the job or position they occupy in life such as student, mother, entrepreneur. Why? Because we’ve all been programmed. The programming of your self image and how you define yourself begins in early childhood. or the first 6 years of our lives our brains are in a hypnotic trance state so that we passively absorb, record and believe what is impressed upon us from the outside world. From birth the socialization process shapes our sense of identity. Little by little a social mask is formed and we behave according to rules set forth by our family or religion. We adopt the cultural, political and gender norms that are thrust upon us causing MOST of us to lose sight of and compromise who we really are. Over time, we even dampen our innate tendencies and end up masquerading as a half-baked version of ourselves, forcing the assumed unacceptable parts of our personalities into the shadows, embracing the qualities of our peers or ideals of our parents - all in an attempt to fit in and be accepted. Meanwhile, the Real You - that glimmer you see reflected deep in your eyes - takes a back seat. “Often we don't even realize who we're meant to be because we're so busy trying to live out someone else's ideas.” ~Oprah Winfrey What if who you thought were is wrong? What if by being your most authentic, perfectly imperfect self, you could change your life and health while having an extraordinary impact on the world? Greek philosopher, Aristotle, believed that we have a telos — a purpose end toward which we are pointed. This end is our true self, and the best life is spent trying to understand what that self is, and to become it. This is what needs to be taught to young people today who have the greatest potential for improving our world. “Become Who You Are.” your first key to Becoming who you really are is to Learn who you really are. How do you do that? Shift your focus inward, question your thoughts and beliefs. Reconnect with the real you through inquiry, contemplation, yoga, meditation. Learn who you really are. You are more than your body, you are NOT your monkey mind. You are more than your past mistakes or achievements. You are more than a present illness, more than a number on a scale. You are an infinite being full of potential to make a difference in this world - starting with yourself right now. Love who you really are. Accept yourself - flaws and all. Shine light on your shadowy parts to heal them, embrace your strengths, and celebrate your uniqueness. You are loveable just as you are. Finally, Live who you really are. Re-discover your passion, recover your belief in the inherent goodness of you, uncover your dreams and share them with the world. “Be yourself because an original is always worth more than a copy.” ====**********===== "Liberate Your Authentic Self w/ Dr. Andrea Pennington - The Prescription for Living Your Life Out Loud" Get your free audiobook & self-love guidebook at http://www.andreapennington.com/authentic-self-ebook-optin/ Daily insight & inspiration for purposeful living, conscious relationships & soulful success. Beyond her wildly popular TEDx where she explained how dealing with depression & imposter syndrome led her to hit rock bottom, Dr. Andrea shares how she rose up to live as her bold authentic self. See her TEDx here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5pW2b1vwwf4 Dr. Andrea's show is for heart-centered, Soul-conscious and open-minded people who want to optimize their performance, pleasure and profits. DISTRIBUTION This 1-hour talk radio show is hosted by Dr. Andrea Pennington. The show airs LIVE on US talk radio network America Out Loud every day at 12pm ET http://americaoutloud.com/show/AuthenticSelf 💜 ======= Andrea is a Managing Director of Make Your Mark Global Partners and the creator of Brand Who You Really Are: Hollywood Media Success System. Learn more at http://www.MakeYourMarkGlobal.com Boost confidence, resilience and vitality with wellness resources and online life coaching by Dr. Andrea http://www.AndreaPennington.com