Authentic Living: Aligning with Your True Self
In Authentic Living: Aligning with Your True Self, you’ll embark on a transformative journey to reconnect with who you truly are. By exploring your core values, passions, and strengths, you'll gain the clarity needed to live in alignment with your true self. This course will guide you in overcoming self-doubt, letting go of societal pressures, and embracing vulnerability. Through practical tools and reflective exercises, you’ll develop the confidence to set meaningful goals, build supportive relationships, and create a life that feels fulfilling and authentic. By the end, you'll have the clarity and courage to live a life that truly reflects your inner essence.
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Chapter 1: Understanding Authenticity
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Lesson 1: What Does It Mean to Live Authentically?
Looking to authenticity and exploring why it’s essential for personal fulfillment.
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Lesson 2: The Cost of Living Out of Alignment
In this lesson, we'll define what it means to live authentically and explore why it is essential for personal fulfillment. By understanding the concept of authenticity, you'll learn how embracing your true self can lead to greater happiness and alignment in your life. Get ready to explore how living authentically impacts your overall well-being and relationships.
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Chapter 2: Discovering Your True Self
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Lesson 1: Uncovering Your Core Values
In this lesson, you will learn how to uncover and understand your core values—the guiding principles that shape your decisions, actions, and sense of purpose. By identifying what truly matters to you, you’ll gain clarity on what aligns with your authentic self and how to prioritize these values to live a more fulfilling and intentional life.
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Lesson 2: Exploring Your Passions and Strengths
In this lesson, you will explore the activities, interests, and qualities that make you feel most alive and confident. By reflecting on your passions and strengths, you’ll uncover what brings you joy and fulfillment. This will help you align your life with what truly energizes and empowers you, allowing you to step into your authentic self with confidence.
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Chapter 3: Overcoming Barriers to Authenticity
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Lesson 1: Letting Go of People-Pleasing
In this lesson, you'll learn how to recognize and let go of the habit of people-pleasing. You’ll explore the negative impact it has on your well-being and discover strategies for setting healthy boundaries. By shifting your focus from seeking approval to embracing your own needs and desires, you'll gain the freedom to live more authentically and confidently.
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Lesson 2: Embracing Vulnerability and Imperfection
Our society often glorifies perfection and discourages vulnerability, but the truth is, both are essential for personal growth and authentic connections. Vulnerability allows us to show up as our true selves, while embracing imperfection reminds us that flaws are part of being human—not obstacles to overcome, but traits to accept.
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Chapter 4: Creating an Aligned Life
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Lesson 1: Designing Your Vision
Crafting a clear vision of what an authentic, aligned life looks like is the foundation for living with intention and purpose. Your vision serves as your compass, guiding your decisions, actions, and priorities toward a life that feels true to who you are. In this lesson, we’ll explore how to design a vision that reflects your core values, passions, and aspirations.
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Lesson 2: Setting Goals That Reflect Your True Self
Setting meaningful, achievable goals rooted in your values and passions is an essential step toward living authentically. These goals act as bridges between your vision and reality, helping you align your actions with your true self. In this lesson, we’ll explore how to craft goals that honor your individuality and pave the way for a fulfilling life.
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Chapter 5: Staying True in a Complex World
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Lesson 1: Navigating Self-Doubt and External Pressure
In this lesson, you’ll learn how to recognize and manage self-doubt and external pressures that can make it challenging to live authentically. We’ll explore practical strategies to help you stay true to yourself, despite societal expectations or negative self-talk. By the end of this lesson, you’ll be equipped to navigate these challenges with confidence and clarity.
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Lesson 2: Building a Supportive Environment
Identify the relationships and habits that help you maintain alignment.
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Chapter 6: Living Authentically Every Day
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Lesson 1: Small Daily Practices for Authenticity
In Lesson 1: Small Daily Practices for Authenticity, you’ll learn how to incorporate simple, yet powerful habits into your everyday routine to stay aligned with your true self. These small actions will help you reconnect with your values, embrace your authenticity, and live more intentionally, fostering personal growth and well-being every day.
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Lesson 2: Celebrating Your Unique Journey
In Lesson 2: Celebrating Your Unique Journey, you'll reflect on your progress and embrace the courage it takes to live authentically. By recognizing your growth and achievements, you'll build confidence in your journey and develop a deeper appreciation for the unique path you're creating. This lesson encourages self-compassion and celebrates your personal transformation.
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Last, BUT NOT LEAST!
Meet your instructor
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Meet your instructor ✳
Jackie
Jackie Sweeney, founder of Becoming U Wellness, and advocate for personal growth and self-love. With a deep commitment to helping others, Jackie guides individuals on their journey toward emotional well-being, authenticity, and resilience. Drawing from her own experiences and professional expertise, she empowers her clients to embrace their true selves and cultivate lasting transformation. Jackie’s approach is rooted in empathy, understanding, and practical strategies, creating a safe space for self-discovery and healing.
Questions & Answers
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Begin by reflecting on moments in your life when you felt truly aligned with yourself—times when you were the happiest, most confident, or most at peace. Journaling about these experiences can help you uncover what authenticity means for you. Additionally, identify the core values and passions that resonate with you. Over time, as you take small steps toward living in alignment with these values, your understanding of authenticity will become clearer.
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It’s natural to fear judgment, especially when we are stepping into a more authentic version of ourselves. However, embracing authenticity means accepting that not everyone will agree with or support your choices, and that’s okay. Living authentically is not about pleasing others; it’s about staying true to yourself. Practice self-compassion and remember that your worth is not determined by others' opinions. Surround yourself with people who support your journey.
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Living authentically is a lifelong journey, and it’s normal to encounter challenges along the way. When life feels overwhelming, return to the practices that ground you—whether it’s journaling, meditation, or simply taking time for yourself. Break down your goals into smaller, manageable steps, and remind yourself that each small action brings you closer to living in alignment with your true self. Celebrate your progress, no matter how small, and keep nurturing your connection to your authentic self.