Stillness in the Storms Being Authentic and Genuine in a Non-Genuine World
Oct 24, 2021
A reflective conversation about what authenticity means in the age of social media. Personal stories reveal tensions between roles, filters and genuine expression. The Enneagram and motives behind helping are explored. Practical ideas for sharing honestly online and resisting toxic positivity are offered.
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Authenticity Can Be Hidden From Yourself
- Authenticity can be a blind spot: we often think we're genuine until feedback reveals otherwise.
- Steven Webb discovered that self-image can hide motives like seeking approval or manipulating others.
Told He Was A Manipulator
- Steven recalls being told he manipulated people and feeling devastated before reflecting on helper traits in the Enneagram.
- He learned his 'helper' tendencies can be self-serving even when actions feel altruistic.
Helping Often Has Selfish Roots
- Helping others often contains self-serving motives; even Gandhi admitted he helped 'for myself.'
- Recognizing this doesn't negate kindness but clarifies underlying motivations.
