"Imagine waking up one morning and finding a piece
of yourself you didn't even know existed."
Jodi Picoult
Life focuses upon our outer self ... how we present, where we work, what car we drive, or religious and social affiliations. There are those who are sent to 'polishing schools' or 'finishing schools' or private facilities for advancement. Our skins are scrubbed, our waists cinched, and our head is held just right as we introduce ourselves to the world.
If we were to look on the inside of this person in the same scenario he or she would be experiencing the exact opposite of what was being projected out into the world. They would lack confidence as they felt fake, anxiety would be building as they were not navigating with natural power, and fear of being found out handicaps performance.
There are a multitude of characteristics within us, and they patiently wait to be discovered. The gift we withhold may not be significant by itself, but when added to our other unique skills we produce works of art. Too often we are aware of our abilities, but falsely assume everyone else is just as capable. It is time for us to gather our interests and match them to our capabilities and begin to express our unique gifts.
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