Who We Are Vs Who We "Think" We Are

Diana Tapia
Jul 17, 2024
2 min read

Updated: Sep 12, 2024

Who Are You Really?

Feeling like an emotional wreck? You're not alone. Many of us get stuck in a cycle of negativity, believing limiting beliefs and allowing societal pressures to define us. This leads us to disconnect from our authentic selves, leaving us feeling:

Lost and Unfulfilled. We lack a sense of purpose and direction.
Confused and Overwhelmed. The world throws information overload our way, making it hard to know what to believe or how to feel.
Wounded and Insecure. Past hurts and negative experiences leave us guarded and hesitant.
Controlled by External Forces. We feel like pawns in someone else's game, with little power over our own lives.

A Woman's reflection berating her with negative self talk. Causing her to think of herself in negative and limited ways

Here's the good news:

These feelings don't represent who you truly are. At your core, you possess the ability to experience:

Acceptance. Embracing yourself, your flaws, and the world around you.
Peace. A sense of inner calm, regardless of external circumstances.
Empowerment. Taking control of your life and creating the reality you desire.
Clarity. Understanding yourself and your place in the world.

A Woman's reflection comes through a mirror to embrace her with love. She is full of positive and expansive feelings.

So, how do we bridge the gap and reconnect with our authentic selves?

The key lies in:

Understanding Your Beliefs. Identify the limiting beliefs you've adopted and challenge their validity.
Acknowledging Your Feelings. Don't bottle up your emotions. Acknowledge them, understand them, and then let them go.
Reframing Your Thinking. Learn to think and feel in a way that supports you, not hinders you.
Inner vs. Outer World. Happiness comes from within, not from external validation or achievements.

Left side has a stormy rain cloud and grey background. The Right has a sunny heart. Affirmation: I no longer judge or criticize myself. Instead I think and speak positively to myself. My current thinking shapes my future. If I hear myself using negative or limiting words, I change them.

Here are 4 key questions to spark self-reflection:

What emotions come up for me most often? How do these emotions affect my thoughts and actions?
What are some negative thoughts or beliefs that hold me back? Where did these beliefs originate? Are they still serving me today?
What are some things I value most in life? What brings me a sense of joy and fulfillment (independent of external factors)?
What kind of self-talk do I engage in? How can I reframe negative thoughts into more empowering ones?

Ready to stop feeling like you are on an emotional rollercoaster and rediscover your true potential?

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