Embrace Your "I Am": Living Authentically and Powerfully

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Well, hello, my valued listeners, and welcome back to another episode of Living in Your Power.
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I'm your host, Marlene Greenleaf, and today we are continuing our journey from
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our last discussion on what is your I am.
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Now, if you haven't had a chance to listen to that episode yet,
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I highly encourage you to check it out because today we are building on that foundation.
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So in our last episode, we focused on defining and understanding your I am.
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Understanding who you are at your core beyond titles, roles, or expectations.
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So today, I want to take it a step further and talk about how knowing your I
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am can truly empower you to live a life of purpose, authenticity, and confidence.
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So let's explore the incredible power that comes with understanding yourself at the core.
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Knowing who you are changes everything.
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When you know your I am, you no longer have to seek validation from others.
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You no longer need to mold yourself to fit someone else's expectations.
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Instead, you become anchored in your truth.
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So think about a tree, for example. A tree with deep roots can withstand the strongest storms.
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It may sway and it may lose some branches, But those deep roots keep it standing.
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Your I am is like those deep roots. When you know who you are,
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when you affirm your core qualities, you become anchored in your own truth.
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Life's challenges, setbacks, and other people's opinions may try to shake you.
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But you'll stand firm because you are deeply rooted in yourself.
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I want you to ask yourself, what anchors you?
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What are the core values or qualities that keep you standing when the wings
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of life blow against you?
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When you understand these aspects of yourself, you gain resilience.
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You empower yourself by knowing that who you are is enough, always. ways.
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One of the most powerful practices you can adopt is affirming your I am every day.
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Self-affirmation is not just a feel-good exercise. It's a declaration of your truth.
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It's a way of programming your mind to recognize and celebrate your worth.
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When you start your day by affirming, I am capable, or I am worthy of love and
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success, you are planting seeds that grow into a confident mindset.
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It's easy to be swayed by negative thoughts or self-doubt, especially when things don't go as planned.
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But by consistently affirming your truth, you reinforce those deep roots that hold you steady. ready.
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Let's do this together right now. I want you to close your eyes if you're able.
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If you're driving, of course, no, don't. Don't close your eyes.
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I want you to take a deep breath in and as
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you exhale say to yourself
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I am enough I am worthy I am powerful feel the truth of these words resonating
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within you the more you repeat these affirmations,
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the more they become your reality.
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I am enough. I am worthy. I am powerful.
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Write your I am statements somewhere where you'll see them daily.
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It could be on your mirror, on a sticky note at your desk, or as a note on your
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phone. and each time you see them say them out loud.
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Affirmations are a daily reminder of who you are and they empower you to show
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up confidently in every situation.
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Empowerment also means making choices that align with who you are.
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Once you know your I am, again, the choices you make in your life will become clearer.
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Whether it's choosing a career path, setting boundaries, or deciding how to
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spend your time, knowing who you are allows you to make decisions that honor your truth.
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When you understand your I am, you can say yes to opportunities that align with
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your values and no to things that do not serve you.
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You no longer have to settle for less because you recognize your worth and refuse
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to compromise on your values.
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This is one of the most powerful outcomes of knowing your core identity.
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You start living a life that is aligned, meaningful, and full of purpose.
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Take a moment to think about a decision you've made recently.
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Did that decision align with your core values and your I am?
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If not, what would it look like if you approached that choice again with your true self in mind?
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This kind of reflection helps you make more empowered choices in the future.
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Living in your power means showing up authentically every day.
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It means not shrinking to make others comfortable. Not playing small because
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you're afraid of what others might think.
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When you know your I am, you start to live with more confidence,
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more joy, and more freedom.
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You start to express yourself without fear because you know that you are...
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That who I'm sorry, because you know that who you are is worthy.
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I want to read that again. You start when you start to express yourself without
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fear because you know that who you are is worthy.
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And this isn't just about big life changing moments.
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Living in your power is also about the small moments.
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Standing up for yourself in a meeting being honest about your feelings or simply
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allowing yourself to rest when you need it,
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these small consistent acts of authenticity are what creates a powerful aligned life,
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so for the next week I challenge you to continue to live in your I am each and every day.
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Choose one I am statement each morning and commit to showing up as that version of yourself all day.
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So if you choose, I am confident, notice how you carry yourself in conversations.
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And if you choose, I am compassionate, I want you to notice how you treat yourself and others.
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And at the end of the day, reflect on how this empowered you.
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You may be surprised at just how much this simple practice can shift your experience.
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So as we wrap up today's episode, I want you to remember this.
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Knowing who you are is the most powerful tool you have.
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When you know your I am, you stand in your truth, and you live authentically
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without fear of judgment or rejection.
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You become empowered to make choices that honor your worth, and you begin to
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live a life aligned with your deepest values.
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I encourage you, dear listeners, to take the time to explore your I am and use
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it as a guide to empower yourself every day.
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You are enough just as you are. And your journey begins by embracing that truth.
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I want to thank you for joining me today on Living in Your Power.
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Until next time, keep embracing who you are.
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Keep affirming your truth and
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keep living in your power this is Marlene Greenleaf signing off and remember
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your power starts with your I am let it guide you let it empower you and let
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it shine through everything you do,
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continue to live in your power.