The force that is 400x stronger than love...

and no it isn't hate...

Author

Rob Blades
August 18, 2024

Think about your daily routine: (and no this isn’t a morning routine email)

They are a myth…to a degree. (let me know if you want me to cover this in next weeks email)

You wake up, get dressed, and head out into the world.

Along with your clothes, you often put on a metaphorical mask.

One that helps you navigate through your job, your social interactions, and maybe even your time with close family.

You might not realise it…or maybe you do, and you hate it.

But these masks can become so habitual that you start forgetting what it feels like to just be… you.

In our busy lives, where fitting in and meeting expectations are often prioritised, authenticity can seem like a luxury.

But here’s something crazy according to the SPANE (Scale of Positive and Negative Experience) experiment which lasted over 20 years…

Being authentic—true to who you are—is a 400X higher form of vibration than love itself.

Authenticity isn’t just about feeling good;

It’s about aligning with your true self and radiating that energy into the world.

When we peel back the layers and allow ourselves to be authentic.

We tap into a deeper sense of fulfillment and connection.

The feeling of serendipity might start to happen, like everything just feels like it is gonna work out.

In today’s 4-3-2-1, we’re going to explore the importance of being authentic, how it can elevate your life, and practical ways to tap into that higher vibration.

In Today’s 4-3-2-1:

  • 4 prompts :1 about your past, 2 about present and now, 1 about your future.

  • 3 questions to spark creativity in a world that doesn’t encourage it.

  • 2 affirmations for the week.

  • 1 tool to help with today’s topic.

"What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us."- Ralph Waldo Emerson

4 Journal Prompts:

  1. Reflect on a Past Experience: Think back to a time when you felt you had to wear a mask to fit in. How did that make you feel, and what was the impact on your sense of self?

    • Example: “I remember feeling like I had to hide my true opinions during a work meeting to avoid conflict. It left me feeling disconnected and a bit frustrated.”

  2. Authenticity in the Present: Consider your current relationships. Where do you feel most comfortable being yourself, and where do you still find yourself putting on a mask?

    • Example: “I’m most authentic when I’m with my closest friends, but I notice I still hold back certain thoughts around my colleagues.”

  3. Daily Life Authenticity: Identify a small, everyday situation where you could start being more authentic. What would that look like?

    • Example: “I can start by expressing my true preferences when making plans with others, rather than just going along with what everyone else wants.”

  4. Future Goal: Set a goal to be more authentic in a specific area of your life over the next month. How do you think this will impact your relationships and well-being?

    • Example: “I want to practice being more open about my feelings with my partner. I believe it will strengthen our connection and reduce misunderstandings.”

3 Questions to Unleash Creativity:

  1. How can you express your true self through a creative outlet?

  2. What new activity could you try that aligns with your authentic interests, even if it’s outside your comfort zone?

  3. How can you bring more of your authentic self into your work or hobbies?

2 Affirmations:

“I am enough just as I am. My authenticity is my strength.”

“By being true to myself, I attract genuine connections and opportunities.”

1 Tool to help:

Authenticity Challenge:

Exercise: Challenge yourself to go a day or week without wearing any metaphorical masks. Commit to being completely honest with yourself and others in all interactions. Note how this affects your relationships and sense of well-being.

Stay Unapologetically You, Stay Confident, And Be Kind.

Robbo ‘The PVC Chief’ Blades