When someone asks, “Who are you?” do you answer with your job title, your age, or your nationality? If so, you may be defining yourself by your false self. But beneath those labels lies something deeper… your authentic self, the essence of who you truly are.
This is the beginning of a 5-part series exploring identity, the false self, and the authentic self. Together, we’ll uncover how external definitions limit us, the consequences of living falsely, and the path to embracing our true essence
The false self is built on external things: job, achievements, age, status, or ethnicity. The authentic self is rooted in values, passions, wisdom, and love. It is the part of you that exists beyond roles and expectations, the core that makes you uniquely you.
Food for thought: Next time someone asks “Who are you?”, try answering with your values or passions instead of your job. How does that feel?
Next week, we shall discuss the hidden costs of living a false identity.
The Roots of Comparison Why does envy take root so easily? The answer lies in neighbours, society, and even ourselves. The Joneses Effect: Once it was just keeping up with the neighbours. Now, social media amplifies the comparison. Instagram, Facebook, Twitter… endless highlight reels of promotions, perfect families, exotic vacations.
When Envy Builds or Breaks Envy isn’t always destructive. Sometimes, it fuels justice. Other times, it corrodes the soul. Envy has two faces: positive and negative. Positive envy can spark change. History is full of movements born from resentment of injustice, oppressed people rising against the powerful, demanding fairness. Apartheid’s
This is the beginning of a five‑part mini‑series on envy, the green‑eyed monster we all know but rarely admit to. Over the coming weeks, we’ll explore what envy really is, how it shows up in our lives, the damage it can cause, and most importantly, how we can transform it