How To BE YOURSELF & Not Care What Others Think! [4 Powerful Steps]

Christina Lopes, DPT, MPH・2 minutes read

Embracing authenticity involves reclaiming power within oneself and breaking free from the pressure to conform. Strengthening the lower chakras, particularly the solar plexus, is crucial for being authentic and discovering personal power.

Insights

  • The pressure to conform to societal norms and expectations has historically suppressed individual authenticity, leading to the development of "energy chameleons" who adapt to external demands, hindering their true expression.
  • Strengthening the solar plexus chakra, linked to personal power and authenticity, is crucial for reclaiming one's true self by recalling power from external influences, letting go of old beliefs, and embracing vulnerability and authentic communication to live truthfully and avoid wasting time wearing masks.

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Recent questions

  • How does societal pressure affect authenticity?

    Societal pressure often leads individuals to wear masks and conform to group expectations, suppressing their true selves. The fear of standing out and not conforming to societal norms has been ingrained in human evolution, making authenticity challenging. This pressure to conform drains power from lower chakras, hindering one's ability to express their true essence. Embracing authenticity involves breaking free from external expectations and reclaiming power within oneself.

  • What role do lower chakras play in authenticity?

    Lower chakras, particularly the first, second, and third chakras, are crucial in being authentic. The first chakra represents the inner child and connection to family and groups, while the second chakra relates to relationships and sexual energy. The third chakra, the solar plexus, is linked to personal power, sovereignty, and will. Dysfunction in these chakras weakens one's ability to be oneself, hindering personal identity and authenticity.

  • How can one strengthen the solar plexus chakra?

    Strengthening the solar plexus chakra is essential for authenticity and discovering personal power. To recall power from external influences like parents or culture, one can face the sun, open palms towards it, and repeat the mantra "I recall the power to be myself back to me now." Taking responsibility for beliefs and healing is crucial in strengthening the solar plexus and finding one's true self. Journaling and asking introspective questions aid in discovering authenticity.

  • What is the significance of embracing vulnerability?

    Embracing vulnerability is crucial in connecting with others authentically. By speaking truths and living authentically, individuals can show the world their true selves. This openness and authenticity are essential for genuine connections and living a fulfilling life. Avoiding masks and living authentically saves time and energy, allowing individuals to be true to themselves and others.

  • How can one let go of old beliefs for authenticity?

    Letting go of old beliefs is a crucial step towards authenticity. Through conscious intention and manifestation, individuals can release old programming and wounds in lower chakras. Mantras like "I release these beliefs so that I can be free to be myself wholeheartedly" aid in this process. Strengthening the solar plexus chakra and taking responsibility for beliefs are key aspects of letting go of old programming and discovering one's true self.

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Summary

00:00

"Authenticity vs. Conformity: Breaking Free"

  • Being authentic is essential, but societal pressures often lead us to wear masks and conform to group expectations.
  • The pressure to conform to family, culture, and society has historically been strong, leading to the suppression of individual authenticity.
  • The age of Pisces emphasized control over others, contributing to the pressure to conform and hide one's true self.
  • The fear of standing out and not conforming to societal norms has been ingrained in human evolution.
  • The pressure to conform has led individuals to become "energy chameleons," adapting to external expectations and losing touch with their true selves.
  • Dysfunctional lower chakras, particularly the first, second, and third chakras, can hinder one's ability to be authentic.
  • The first chakra represents the inner child and connection to family and groups, while the second chakra relates to relationships and sexual energy.
  • The third chakra, the solar plexus, is linked to personal power, sovereignty, and will.
  • Conforming to external expectations drains power from these chakras, weakening them and hindering one's ability to express their true essence.
  • Embracing authenticity involves reclaiming power within oneself and breaking free from the pressure to conform.

13:12

"Chakra Dysfunction Hinders Authentic Self-Expression"

  • Dysfunction in lower chakras affects one's ability to be oneself.
  • Weakness in lower chakras leads to energy loss and inability to hold power.
  • Dysfunctions in lower chakras have been prevalent across human evolution.
  • Weakness in the solar plexus chakra is particularly detrimental to being authentic.
  • Giving power away weakens the solar plexus chakra, hindering personal identity.
  • The belief of owing to others contributes to the inability to be authentic.
  • Mantra: "You owe nothing to anyone" helps combat the feeling of owing.
  • Lack of self-acceptance weakens the third chakra and leads to wearing masks.
  • Accepting oneself is crucial as each individual is unique and valuable.
  • Being oneself involves shedding beliefs, wounds, and lies to reveal one's true nature.

25:41

"Embrace Authenticity, Heal Wounds, Manifest Truth"

  • Higher energy pushes for truth, demanding authenticity in new energies.
  • In lower vibrations, illusions and distortions thrived, making inauthenticity easier.
  • Age of Aquarius brings more light, demanding transparency and truth.
  • Remaining authentic is crucial to align with new energies and avoid suffering.
  • Four-step process: Identify wounds in lower chakras, starting with personal beliefs.
  • Healing involves awareness and understanding of wounds in lower chakras.
  • Levels of wounds: personal beliefs, family beliefs, societal/cultural beliefs.
  • Inner child work is essential to address deeply programmed beliefs.
  • Step two: Let go of old programming through conscious intention.
  • Manifestation of life and healing of wounds rely on strong, intentional focus.

38:07

Discovering Authentic Self Through Mantras and Chakras

  • Intention work can be done in various ways, from simple to elaborate methods like using mantras and ceremonies.
  • Repetition of mantras out loud enhances the concentration of energy and aids in releasing old programming.
  • A recommended mantra for letting go of old beliefs is "I release these beliefs so that I can be free to be myself wholeheartedly."
  • Strengthening the solar plexus, the third chakra, is crucial for being authentic and discovering personal power.
  • Recall your power from external influences like parents, culture, or religion to strengthen the solar plexus.
  • A practice to strengthen the solar plexus involves facing the sun, opening your palms towards it, and repeating the mantra "I recall the power to be myself back to me now."
  • Taking responsibility for your beliefs and healing is essential in strengthening the solar plexus and discovering your true self.
  • Journaling and asking questions like "Who am I truly?" and "What would my life look like if I were being my authentic self?" aid in discovering your authentic self.
  • A key mantra for strengthening the solar plexus is "I don't owe anyone, anything," especially for those feeling indebted to others.
  • The final step involves opening up by working on the heart and throat chakras, embracing vulnerability and authentic communication to show the world your true self.

50:03

"Embrace vulnerability for authentic living"

  • Embrace vulnerability and authenticity in connecting with others, speaking your truths, and living authentically, as it is the only way to truly live and avoid wasting time wearing masks and living inauthentically.
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