What does 'being yourself' truly entail?

"Be yourself." You hear it all the time. But are we really meant to be ourselves, all of the time? What about on a first date? A job interview? When you have a meeting with an intimidating manager or client, or lunch with your in-laws? Being yourself can get confusing—and it's not always possible. read more

Being myself is just being willing to allow my flaws to show. It's a gesture of goodwill, so that you don't feel so bad about yours. Plus we get to see ourselves authentically and there is something forward moving about that, it's good for the soul. read more

Give yourself permission to own this and know when you either need alone time, or more time with other people, to fuel your soul. No one way of being is superior to another. Knowing who you are simply puts you in a position to make choices that complement your preferences. read more