Authenticity

How is that for a topic “Authenticity”.  I read a lot of personal development books and a few are a repeat because I note the extra insight I receive about me that boost my @ss, I sometimes that is what I need.  But just reading isn’t always enough, at least for me.  I also listen to different podcasts.  This word “Authenticity” is popping up a lot and what I’m learning and see in a few people how not authentic they are.  Also make a note I’m only about 95% so I got work to do, that 5 percent is not as easy as saying 1.2.3.4.5.

Even in my workouts and I do share on social media I once boasted about how the workout was tough or challenging  and my weights used. I once did just that.  But being authentic to yourself, followers means really being you telling it like it is and not just following alone because so many are doing it, or believing it.  It means really being true to you, loving you and proud of you.  It’s okay if you are in the lower percentage on some things and I’m speaking of workouts  at this time.

I at one time did not share how the workout was a challenge and I had to drop my weight from two 30 lb dumbbells to two 20’s or 15, as well as the reason.  Of course I’d post the pic of the dumbbells but not share the whole story.  I no longer do that, even in something so small as workouts and weights being authentic means being honest with yourself and others to whom you share.

What? Why?, because it is good for some to know it is okay if you have to drop set your weights to complete a routine and the reason.

For me the reasons are various:
1. Not enough sleep- without adequate sleep 6 hours minimum my workouts are sucky and I’m not able to lift heavy I mean a 10 lb dumbbell feels like 20 or 25
2. If my form is off, not standing correctly or only able to lift 1/2 the height or thrusting I know I need to decrease the weight because I am straining not getting the full benefit. There is a difference between straining and challenging.
3. Weight is challenging but my form is off and I’m at high risk of injury
4. My mindset is not with the workout and I need to either stop and repeat the entire workout later, or push through with decreased workouts to get the most out of that particular day’s workout.
There are more but just a short list.
So I ask how AUTHENTIC are you with yourself in any aspect of your life ?
Let this week be one to evaluate your authenticity and if necessary as I’m doing make steps to change.