“Be your true self and speak your truth. Even if it means you are the only one doing it.” -Anonymous
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here for a moment and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
Who are you and what is your truth?
Are you able to answer this question...how would you articulate a response...?
Easier said than done if we are being honest. As much as we’d like to believe we are standing in our truth, and being our true self...
The opening statement in Iyanla Vanzant’s “Until Today” reads:
I will know peace when I accept and acknowledge the truth.
How do you know you are living your truth? … Think about that for a moment...
I was inspired by Vanzant’s perspective on subject of truth:
The truth is we are all messiahs of one sort or another: The leader of some hope or cause.
When you are living your truth, you offer others hope.
You cause other people to realize the truth about themselves.
When people see the glory, the grace, the peace of your life, they are inspired.
Today’s Affirmation: (from Iyanla Vanzant)
I am devoted to living my life as a ministry to inspire others!”
To help with this effort, check out these tips found in the Huffington Post.
Step Into Your Truth With These 4 Simple Steps: (huffpost.com)
Trust your power to move the ego aside and live your truth.
1. Accept who you are at this moment: It is normal to struggle, to be disappointed in choices you make. But it is okay. Accept who you are, without judgment or blame, and feel the flood gates of progress open up before you. You are perfect, right here, right now. Remember it and believe it.
2. Acknowledge who you are: The true you, the one hiding behind past definitions is ready to emerge. Let yourself break free from the cocoon and fly.
3. Define your truth: In reality you already know it, but for whatever reason, you have buried your truth deep within the abyss. Stop and listen and feel your inner-self, you will become aware of the truths that lay within you. Take the time to think on it, feel it, meditate or journal your thoughts and feelings. You may not even have to do this because you are already aware of your truth. Define your truth and roll with it.
4. Live loudly and proudly: Let no one deny you your truth. Be honest and full in your truth. Don't hide behind judgment, self or society inflicted, or anything else. Your personal truth is just that, truth. Haven't we been told to always tell the truth? So do it loudly and proudly.
“Truth is powerful and it prevails.” -Sojourner Truth
The truth will set you free... What are you willing to do?
Don’t miss your opportunity. Be intentional. Encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
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References:
Vanzant, Iyanla; Until Today: Daily Devotions for Spiritual Growth and Peace of Mind. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
3 Ways to Be Yourself and Live Your Truth
Step Into Your Truth With These 4 Simple Steps
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