BYOLC S1 E17

In a world filled with highlight reels and performance, authenticity becomes your ultimate power source. When you stop performing and start living truthfully, you become unstoppable.

• What authenticity really means – showing up honestly for yourself and others

• How to recognize inauthentic living – asking yourself, “Am I living my own truth or someone else’s?”

• The link between authenticity and confidence – when actions align with beliefs, trust and self-esteem flourish

• Building confidence through consistency – small daily habits matter more than external praise

• Practical self‑esteem boosters – how to keep promises to yourself, set boundaries, and protect your energy

• Assertiveness in action – learn to say “no” even in everyday situations

• Navigating imposter syndrome – embracing transitions and trusting your evolving self

• Bretagne’s middle‑school story

• “It’s better to be a first‑rate version of yourself than a second‑rate version of someone else.”

• A personal anecdote about practicing assertiveness and saying “no” before you’re even asked

• Journal prompts to identify where you’re out of alignment

• Reflect on hidden parts of yourself and why you might be silencing them

• A simple exercise: list your top 3 values and set one daily habit that aligns with each

Authenticity isn’t about perfection—it’s about courage. It’s the key to deeper connection, lasting impact, and living with integrity. When you stop performing, you free space for your true power to shine.