Living An Authentic Life

As a therapist, I have come to realize that many people are seeking a perfect existence in a world full of chaos. The thing about it is that most of them miss out on various opportunities because they are seeking perfection. I often ask myself, why can’t we accept that it's ok if you are flawed and imperfect? Is it ok if your life doesn't look like the social media posts we see plastered all over TikTok, Facebook, IG, the movies and television? The reality of it is that no one’s life looks that way without its challenges, highs and lows. 

Living An Authentic Life

Life doesn't have to be all that we see it portrayed to be. It can just be an authentic one. What I mean by that is that you should never feel afraid or to insecure to share with others how you are feeling and what you need. How else will they know unless you verbalize it? There are way too many people who are afraid to be honest with themselves and those around them as well. Why? Because of fear. Fear of the unknown and fear of not being accepted. Fear that the fairytale that they've created within their mind may be exposed for the true dysfunction that it is.

Dare To Drop The Mask

As people, we wear a lot of masks. Some feel as though someone who is too in tune with his or her feelings may be weak and fragile. Too prone to get his or her feelings hurt or shed tears. Truth is, it takes courage and strength to be able to be vulnerable. To be flawed and acknowledge it. To be able to be so transparent that people can see right through your intentions, good or bad. To seek out and ask for help when needed.

“Honesty Is The Best Policy”

In a world full of endless filters and false portrays of reality, it can be very challenging and isolating to admit that you face challenges and that although you desire to have the same things as those around you, you still have some self-work to do. But there’s no need to be discouraged. As the saying goes, "Honesty is the best policy". Don't ever be ashamed or afraid to be true to who you are and what you want. You deserve the best! People may not be able to understand who you are or the experiences you have been through, but they have no choice but to respect you for being honest and maintaining your transparency. When you are real with yourself and those around you people may judge but, in the end, ultimately it is not about what they think. It is about doing what is best for you and living your life accordingly.

Monique Mouzon, LCSWA