Guidepost 1 : Cultivating Authenticity; Letting Go of What People Think

In today's world, the terms "authentic" and "authenticity" are often overused, sometimes losing their true meaning. Rarely do we pause to consider the intricacies of these words. Often, when people share rigid opinions, they are perceived as authentic. I like to ask myself: what's beneath that opinion? What's driving it? What makes it feel so unyielding and resistant to a broader perspective or exploration?

In my quest to understand authenticity, I've realised it largely depends on how much of yourself you're willing to accept. How much of