17. Why is it so hard to be ourselves?
In this episode, we talk about why it feels so difficult to simply be ourselves. We share real experiences of living out of alignment and what it took to notice those moments. From travel dreams that felt judged to cultural expectations about life milestones, we explore how easy it is to follow a path that looks right on the outside but feels wrong on the inside.
We talk about how to identify your true values, recognize what alignment feels like in your body, and take small steps toward becoming more of who you really are. Anna shares how her passion for travel shaped her journey, and Bethany opens up about letting go of timelines that did not fit her authentic path. Together, we reflect on how these shifts have created more fulfillment, ease, and energy in our lives.
The Four Os Framework
We also introduce the Four Os to help you make decisions with clarity:
- Obligations: Are you saying yes because you feel like you should?
- Optics: Are you doing it to look good in someone else’s eyes?
- Objectivity: Are you choosing it just because it makes sense on paper?
- Outcomes: Are you clinging to a specific result instead of following what feels aligned?
This framework has been a powerful tool for us and for our members, and it may help you uncover where you are acting from alignment and where you are not.
We also talk about the concept of directional living, which is all about following curiosity and fulfillment instead of chasing a destination. When you know your values and practice tuning into what feels expansive versus what feels constricting, you begin to trust yourself more deeply and live in a way that feels true.
If you have ever felt like you were living someone else’s version of success, this conversation will remind you that every step you take toward alignment matters.
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