Hello, beautiful souls! Today, I want to share something that's close to my heart, something I know many of you can relate to. Life has a way of teaching us powerful lessons, and I've seen this unfold in my own journey and with my loved ones.

Denying ourselves and living solely for others can take a toll on our well-being. I've witnessed the effects firsthand – loved ones blacking out or dissociating from stress, trying to please everyone else while neglecting their own needs. It's a pattern we must break.

Recently, while watching Queen Charlotte on Netflix, it hit me hard. It's a powerful representation of what happens when we don't honor our true selves. A reminder we all need.

We must remember this: We are meant to live a life that's true to who we are. Let's cast aside limiting beliefs, societal norms, and the expectations of others. Deep within us lies an inner compass, our intuition, guiding us towards what feels right and what brings us true happiness.

So, here's the thing – we must honor ourselves and find the courage to take positive action. When we deny our true selves, the repercussions can be significant. Trust me, I've experienced heightened anxiety and extreme fatigue when I neglected my authenticity.

Our bodies are wise; they know when something's amiss. They'll nudge us to make a change and realign our lives with our authentic selves.

Let's make a commitment to embrace our authenticity, to follow our hearts, and to live lives that light us up from within! We owe it to ourselves to be true, to be happy, and to honor who we are.

Together, let's embrace the beauty of living authentically and shine brightly in this world!

With love and authenticity,

Jessica Holsman