#authentic self

Today’s Message: Break Free from Invisible Chains The Conditioning card reminds us that many of our fears, beliefs, and habits are not truly ours. They are often shaped by family, society, past experiences, or the expectations of others. Today invites you to pause and ask yourself, “Am I living my truth, or someone else’s?” This is a wonderful day to release limiting thoughts and embrace your…

Hi Friend, I hope your day went well, and as mentioned previously, I apologize for not responding to your kind messages whenever you visit. Outside of this platform, life mostly eats up my time, but know that I’m always grateful to you and for the enticing pieces of work that you create here. Today, I had the liberty of connecting with someone at the lobby where I work. Despite his large frame…

All of this is true, but it reads like a scolding from someone who is desperate for you to stay small, scared, bothered, and bossed.

That's the someone who's going to see your authentic self as a personal attack against them.

Lessons from The Lion King Last Call for Saturday June 13, 2026 The Call to Your Authentic Self Imagination Is Hijacked by Shame The Substack Post! This week in Step into Story, we have been playing with the story of The Lion King. It is easy to attach to little Simba. He is cute, curious, and adored, which provides him with the perfect childhood in which to flourish. Even though he could…

When the road surface changed abruptly from smooth pavement to rough, chip seal, I  wasn’t completely surprised to see the sign, “Slovenska”.  We had entered Slovakia. In the distance we could just make out the outskirts of Bratislava, the capital city. Tall communist block style apartments amid pragmatically designed buildings. Structures with purpose.  Rolling into the city I was reminded…