Authenticity

How To Transform Your Fear

Mike Robbins | Posted 11.23.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

Many of us run away or hide from our fears because they seem scary, uncomfortable, or embarrassing. We also erroneously think we "shouldn't" have them or that we are somehow "wrong" for feeling scared.

Let Peace On Earth Begin With Me And You

Joann Davis | Posted 11.18.2009 | Living


Joann Davis

But in our spectator society, where it's easier to watch reality tv than live our own authentic and vibrant life, small, personal acts are sometimes overlooked and minimized.

Have A Great Thanksgiving

Mike Robbins | Posted 11.17.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

With Thanksgiving right around the corner, I've been thinking about my own love/hate relationship to this great holiday.

Worrying Never Works

Mike Robbins | Posted 11.12.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

When we become conscious about our own habits, thoughts, and patterns as they relate to worrying, we can start to make some healthy choices and changes.

Real Food Rehab: Rules For Living Well

Dana Joy Altman | Posted 11.11.2009 | Living


Dana Joy Altman

I do believe in knowing what you value most and using that as a rudder to guide your life. So here are some rules for living, exactly as I wrote them two years ago.

It's Okay To Do It Wrong

Mike Robbins | Posted 11.05.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

Many of us, myself included, get so obsessed with doing things "right," or at the very least not doing anything that could be perceived as "wrong," we organize much of what we say and do to avoid ever being "wrong."

Love Your Body, Love Your Life

Mike Robbins | Posted 11.04.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

What if we could truly love, accept, and appreciate our bodies and how we look, right now? Imagine what life would be like without negative body obsession?

Don't Waste A Good Crisis

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.29.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

Instead of just gutting it out or going into some form of creative denial, what if we embraced the crises in our lives and actually utilized them for the incredible growth opportunities that they are?

Go Deep

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.28.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

It's much easier for me to stay busy, keep things on the surface, and pretend to live my life with a real sense of depth, than it is for me to actually go deep myself.

Be Real Not Right

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.24.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

As I've learned and you've probably noticed as well, it's not only impossible to be right all the time, it's exhausting, stressful, and no fun (for us or others).

Be A Fan And A Critic

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.21.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

I saw Rev. Michael Beckwith perform a re-commitment ceremony for a married couple a few years back and it blew me away.

Stop Trying To Be Someone Else - Just Be You

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.14.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

What if we lived more of our lives focused on who we are, and not so much on what we do, what we've accomplished, what we look like, who we know, what we're striving for and more? What if the most important thing in life is actually who we are?

Let's Get Real About Money: Tips for Financial Sobriety

Mike Robbins | Posted 10.09.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

Here are a few things you can do to challenge yourself to get rreal about money, and in the process liberate yourself with more freedom, less stress and increased peace about your finances.

Authenticity: You Has It

Chris Guillebeau | Posted 11.15.2009 | Business


Chris Guillebeau

From time to time I try being someone else, and the act of being an impostor really wears me out. I'm much better at being myself, including the flaws. All things considered, it's worked out okay so far.

Be Yourself, Everyone Else is Already Taken: Transform Your Life With The Power of Authenticity

Mike Robbins | Posted 05.14.2009 | Living


Mike Robbins

Authenticity is about enjoying a new sense of freedom to be who we really are -- ourselves, natural and without a mask in our relationships, our work, and our life.

Real Food Rehab: Creating Your Own Authentic Kitchen

Dana Joy Altman | Posted 05.11.2009 | Chicago


Dana Joy Altman

Think about your kitchen and eating areas as a blank canvas for your unique form of perfect self-expression. Create it to be a reflection of who you are or want to be.

What Is an Authentic Antenna?

Lisa Guest | Posted 04.23.2009 | Living


Lisa Guest

In certain cultures people thrive on conformity. A party line is formulated and chosen. Citizens are expected to enunciate and articulate the party li...

Relationship Detox

Natalia Rose | Posted 04.09.2009 | Living


Natalia Rose

Typically, once you detoxify your relationship with yourself, you will be able to elevate your other relationships with ease.

What Really Matters?

Lisa Dale Norton | Posted 03.19.2009 | Living


Lisa Dale Norton

And only if we are authentic with the stories we tell about who we are, and what we love, and what we need, will we know what really matters. Then we can begin to make a difference.

With Apologies To Maureen Dowd

Ellyn Spragins | Posted 03.01.2009 | Media


Ellyn Spragins

The first useful trick I learned as an aspiring journalist was cynicism. No, that's not quite right. Off-handed, world-weary cynicism. That was the ticket.

3 Ways to Get Self-Centered For The Holidays

Jason Mannino | Posted 01.19.2009 | Living


Jason Mannino

When we think "self-centered," unpleasant images often come to mind; but it becomes important in the context of self-actualization to distinguish SELF...

McCain: You've Got Authenticity -- It's Time for Something Else

Tom Alderman | Posted 07.24.2008 | Politics


Tom Alderman

We value authentic individuality. It's part of our national DNA -- which is why McCain has been so front-and-center all these years. He's nailed authentic -- and it isn't enough.