Ultimately, no one decides your authentic potential but you. There is no test to pass. It is not what you have experienced in life but rather who you are as a result of what you have experienced.

Only you can determine your potential in any given moment based on your beliefs, attitudes, emotional resilience and physical vitality.

You Must Determine Your Own Worth

In the end, your opinion of you is the one that matters most. Your self-esteem and self-worth are only determined by you. That is why they start with the words SELF vs. OTHERS esteem of me.

This is true even when you choose to let others opinions of you impact how you feel about you. We recognize this is challenging to swallow as it is contrary to much of what is taught in society, media, religion, school and family dynamics.

You are conditioned to compare, judge and evaluate yourself with others to help you determine your success. It can be intimidating to own your worth and your potential as solely your responsibility vs. finding it outside of you.

It also happens to be the only true path to your personal freedom, self-integration and ability to achieve your authentic potential.

What do We Mean by Authentic Potential?

Authenticity is defined as that which is genuine and true. Achieving your potential requires being aware of the authentic relationship between your mind, body, and spirit.

Self-awareness building, heart connecting and releasing practices such as meditation, emotional resourcing and visualization are key to cultivating your authentic potential.

Coaching and Counseling

Kim Ward Ph.D. and Hilary Stokes Ph.D., founders of Authenticity Associates Coaching and Counseling, have worked as a team for over 15 years. Their mission is to empower people to achieve their authentic potential. They specialize in bringing the synergistic power of mind, body and spirit to individuals and couples. They are passionate about combining the best of holistic and traditional approaches to realize whole body wellness. If you are looking for a holistic approach to improving your life please contact Hilary Stokes Ph.D. & Kimberly Ward Ph.D. at Authenticity Associates.

Written by Hilary Stokes Ph.D. & Kimberly Ward Ph.D.