Stand in your truth from "summary" of Untamed by Glennon Doyle
When we dare to stand in our truth, we stop the exhausting work of pretending and performing. We stop hiding our true selves behind masks and facades. We stop numbing our emotions and ignoring our inner knowing. Standing in our truth requires us to embrace our messy, complicated, imperfect selves. It means being willing to show up as we are, without filters or edits, without trying to fit into someone else's idea of who we should be.
Standing in our truth means acknowledging our desires, our fears, our dreams, and our boundaries. It means being honest with ourselves about what we want and need, even when it's uncomfortable or unpopular. It means speaking our truth, even when our voice shakes, even when we're afraid of being judged or rejected. It means trusting that our truth is valid and worthy, regardless of whether others agree or understand.
When we stand in our truth, we reclaim our power and agency. We stop seeking validation and approval from external sources, and instead, we learn to trust ourselves. We realize that our worthiness is inherent, that we don't need to earn it or prove it to anyone else. We release the need to control how others perceive us, knowing that their opinions are a reflection of their own beliefs and biases, not our true essence.
Standing in our truth is a radical act of self-love and self-acceptance. It requires courage, vulnerability, and strength. It means embracing our authenticity and owning our stories, even the messy, painful parts. It means honoring our intuition and following our own path, even when it diverges from the expectations and norms of society. When we stand in our truth, we set ourselves free from the constraints of external validation and conformity. We become the authors of our own lives, unapologetically and authentically.
