My core gift afterthoughts
On Friday we* completed the Master Facilitator Training with the Core Gift Institute and it got me thinking…
If my Core Gift is “helping people fully express who they are because it is the only thing that matters in life” then my thoughts today are: how can we ever fully express ourselves?
How could the world exist in something other than chaos if we all walked around expressing what we feel in the moment?
Would there be less love, if I could walk around shamelessly expressing anger?
And if I were to embody this today, where would I begin? What platform would I use?
So I decided to start with LinkedIn because it appears to be a place where we present professional, heavily curated, carefully considered, and branded personas of ourselves. And that idea of separating ourselves to favor one part over another is the very question I am questioning:
Why do we consent to being only part of our whole?
Is it because we believe our “good parts” increase our odds of getting paid, getting hired, and securing a job? Why does the expression of our whole self feel like career suicide?
Am I naive to my own privilege in even expressing this?
What I want to explore is how I can fully live in my gift — because, I am curious what a life uncensored, uninhibited, and maybe unhinged could look like . . .
If the world (or even just my ecosystem) responded to me in my fullest expression what would that world look like?!
I have a feeling there would be more art, more joy, and more anarchy - but maybe it’s what we need.
* We = Alice Hahn, Amy Wilson, Cindy Jensen, Tracey Bentein, and Val Steinmann. Led, guided, and held by Bruce Anderson
Photo by Myles Pasion on Monday's bicycle ride to integrate my newly revealed Core Gift.
Article FAQs according to AI
1. How can we balance fully expressing ourselves with the need for societal order and harmony?
Balancing full self-expression with societal order requires emotional intelligence and context awareness. This means understanding when and how to express emotions constructively, ensuring that personal authenticity doesn't harm others or disrupt necessary social norms. Practices like mindfulness, active listening, and empathetic communication can help individuals express themselves fully while maintaining harmony in their interactions.
2. What are the potential consequences of expressing all our emotions, including anger, in professional and public spaces like LinkedIn?
Expressing all emotions, including anger, in professional spaces can have mixed consequences. On the positive side, it can foster authenticity, transparency, and deeper connections. However, it may also lead to misunderstandings, damage professional relationships, and potentially harm one's career if perceived as unprofessional or disruptive. Striking a balance and choosing appropriate channels and methods for expression is crucial.
3. How can individuals navigate the fear of career repercussions when attempting to present their whole, uncensored selves in professional environments?
To navigate the fear of career repercussions, individuals can start by gradually integrating more authentic elements of themselves into their professional personas. Building a supportive network of colleagues who value authenticity, seeking workplaces with cultures that embrace diversity and inclusivity, and using storytelling to share experiences in a relatable manner can help. Additionally, finding mentors or role models who successfully balance authenticity with professionalism can provide guidance and reassurance.