We can assess our level of authenticity by looking at our motivation for taking action. Are we acting from a genuine internal desire or are we trying to gain the attention and approval of others? Naturally, making a good impression on others can have a real impact on our lives. As long as we are conscious about it, it’s perfectly healthy. However, when we’re unconsciously driven by our desire to get approval from the outside, it’s a signal that we need to stop, reflect upon what we’re really after and then figure out how to…

Give it to ourselves.