Authentic is the point of difference

Remember this, if you need reminding,

you are unique, 

there is no-one, absolutely no-one like you.

Let go of imitations,  try hards,  masks

Just authentic and true to you.

Your strongest point of difference is you

Put your hands up high and love your point of difference.

This is a question, I had to ask of me...Do I worry too much about what other people think of me? Do I sacrifice my opinions for the sake of fitting in? Am I being true to what I value?

This is easier said than done, because we are always being conditioned to run with the herd, to conform to the majority and squeeze our frame into someone else's view of the world and how it is done.

 It is a real good feeling, when you can raise your hands up high and love who you are and love what you do.  I know once you get cosy with your authentic self, you will really get to love this life of freedom. 

Check out the Ego  

We all have ego, but how big is yours? Too much and you will never be satisfied, you will always want more, nothing is ever good enough.   Ego overload looks like:

• you are overly concerned with approval, 
• asking for help is a weakness, 
• you spend more time comparing yourself to others or competing against them, and 
• you are obsessed with the need to be right.  

Check in Authentic Self

Being Comfortable                  
There is nothing more cool, than a person who is comfortable in their own skin.  You know the person, they are very self aware and socially aware.   They have a style rather than follow a fashion. They laugh out loud, enjoy the moment, speak their mind with no offence to others. For me, I am drawn to them and I want to get to know them and their ideas.

An upfront agenda in all dealings means what you say and what you do are the same. You are not saying things to please another or avoid a confrontation, or flatter to get what you want. What a refreshing and honest way to be. Your point of difference shines in a crowd.

Backseat Ego
Ego is just you- the thinking, feeling and conscious you and how you interpret yourself from others. 

You can shape your ego, just like you can shape your self esteem. If you keep seeing yourself as a competition with those around you, rather than see yourself complementing those around you, then ego is driving and what an anxious, aggressive, doubt ridden ride that can be.  The authentic life - the point of difference is when your ego has a wider view and value feedback.

Clear and present values offers yourself and others that consistency we all want. We know you are focused in your dealings, you are fair with others and your values show through in every dealing. You respect and others respect you. 

Exercise this point of difference for yourself, for your leadership spirit and look for it in others.