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Using Visualization and Embodiment Techniques to Allow Authenticity and Everyday Inner Truth

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 Good early morning, followers!   This Authenticity Life Coaching Course is packed with so many tools! Today we're going to cover Self-Visualization, Anchoring, Values Mapping, and finally Integration (using all of these amazing Embodiment Techniques into your daily life!). Here's a YouTube on Self-visualization: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gI6WcULlVFs Here are the benefits of practicing visualization: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-for-happiness/202308/how-visualization-can-benefit-your-well-being#:~:text=Visualization%20is%20a%20simple%20yet,boost%20progress%20toward%20our%20goals. Now, on with the Authenticity Worksheet: 1. Practicing Future Self-Visualization: Imagine your most authentic future self. What are they doing, how do they move, what do they say, how do they live? What does it feel like to be them? What is one thing they do one a regular basis that you can begin practicing now? https://eliasbehrens.com/future-self-visualization-techniques/...
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How to Build and Be in Authentic Relationships

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  Good morning Followers! Let's start out by looking at the difference between authentic vs. inauthentic relationships. Here's an article from Elizabetta Franzoso on the 2 types of love in relationships ( I can honestly say I have received and given both kinds): https://elisabettafranzoso.com/articles/authentic-love-vs-inauthentic-love Why does it matter anyway? Because... today, we're looking at building authentic relationships not fake ones! I'm still borrowing from Gladies Ramos, my instructor at Transformation Academy. Today, we will look at  our personal communication styles, emotional patterns, and boundaries within our relationships. The first part of the worksheet addresses: 1. Reframing Your Communication: Take time to think of a recent situation where you didn't express your true feelings. How could you restate it using an "I feel... when... I need... format?  https://www.mentalyc.com/blog/cognitive-reframing 2. Being Emotionally Transparent. Have a s...
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How to Practice Radical Self Compassion

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Good morning Followers! Today's topic in my Authenticity Life Coaching Course on Transformation Academy is Radical Self-Compassion  Here's a definition of self-compassion  https://share.google/Zhg6M6eR1Txxtdmjt Now as always, Gladies Ramos implements a thorough worksheet into her course. Here are her prompts to explore how you can treat yourself with more love, care, and honesty. Why not begin, today! 1. Look at Your Inner Dialogue Awareness: What are some common phrases or thoughts you find yourself saying to yourself when you are struggling? Would you say these things to someone you love? Negative self-talk: 8 ways to quiet your inner critic — Calm Blog https://share.google/ImAARC64kWSpjsP1y  2.Affirming Your Self- worth: Write down 3 self-compassionate affirmations you can say in the mirror every morning. Ex: "I am enough as I am." "I choose grace over perfection." https://youtu.be/xojTvTHaU2I?si=bCKcKRkYJFsb6ryO 3. Incorporate Daily Acts of Kindness: Wha...
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Stop Allowing Comparison to Steal Your Life and Joy

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  Hey Followers!   I'm still enjoying my Authenticity Life coaching Course by Gladies  Ramos through Transformation Academy. Today's topic was all about Comparison. Let's get right into it! Here's an excellent YouTube from Jay Shetty  https://youtu.be/7vs-EOCzm_Q?si=he0DaprmqK2eXm-R Here's Healthy Comparison! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YenbS9Z66kY Here's the worksheet that goes with this course! 1. Noticing Triggers: When are the times you find yourself most apt to compare yourself out? Who or what tends to trigger feelings of not being "enough" or "behind"? https://www.allfitwell.com/why-am-i-not-good-enough/ https://blog.earkick.com/feeling-not-good-enough-6-steps-to-break-free/ 2. Reframing Any Envy You Feel: Think of a recent moment where you felt envy or comparison. What do you admire about the other person? What does this tell you about what you might want more of in your own life? https://www.lehighvalleycounseling.com/blog/envy-w...
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Let's Talk About Individuality

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  Good morning, all!   I feel like it's been forever since I've checked in and written about something I'm learning or doing! I've been busy learning, painting, purging, and enjoying summer! Now I'm back with Authenticity Life Coaching!  This course is through Transformation Academy and is taught by  Gladies Flores Ramos. She is a seasoned international instructor and founder of Digital Parentpreneur. Gladies is a  passionate advocate for personal development and empowerment, Gladies helps others thrive by empowering you through sobriety, nutrition, financial freedom, and authentic living, guided by Christian values and holistic wellness strategies. Now onto today's exciting topic! INDIVIDUALITY!!!! What does that have to do with authenticity? Well... in today's culture and world of rewarding "sameness", your personal act of standing up and embracing your own personal individuality takes courage and is a radical act of "authenticity". Che...
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Identifying Potential Roadblocks with Clarity

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  Good morning, followers! Let me start off with Merriam Webster's definitions of the word "clarity": https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/clarity For this blog we will be looking at both definition a & b. a :  the quality of being easily understood. b :  the state of having a full, detailed, and orderly mental grasp of something. Now, why define the word clarity you ask? Because it underlies our very topic we are discussing today.  Another term we need to get out of the way is "The Clarity Paradox" https://www.selfimprovementdailytips.com/podcast/the-clarity-paradox Now that we've gotten those terms out of the way, let's get into Kimberly Rich's  "Identifying Your Roadblocks" (Taken from her Future- Self Life Coaching Course on Transformation Academy). As with the past couple of blogs, I will share my personal answers with the questions. Objective: Spot Your Clarity Disruptors Target: What could be blurring your clear vision and ...
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Let's Talk About Your Archetype and How to Use it for Change!

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  Good morning followers! I'm going to start this blog with a free Psychological Archetype Test from" Lonerwolf" https://lonerwolf.com/psychological-archetype-test/ (I tested as a Seeker). Today's topic is all about identifying which "archetype" would most naturally align with your Future Self's vision. Here are the 12 Jungian Archetypes  from learning mind for your reference. https://www.learning-mind.com/12-archetypes/ Today's writing comes from "Kimberly Rich's Future Self Life Coaching Course" on Transformation Academy. Once again, I'll share my personal answers so that you can get a "snapshot" of this work and do it for yourself. It's quite interesting!! Let's begin our Worksheet titled, "Using Archetypes for Identity Shifts". Instructions: To identify which archetype naturally aligns with your Future Self. Summarize  Your Future Self's Vision: To be authentic with myself and others, be in balan...
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