The Struggles of Being Authentic
Hi beauties!
Today’s post is short and sweet! A little over a week ago, I was “having a moment” (lol) and after chatting with my husband, he told me that I should probably share in a blog post or video to make myself feel better since there are likely so many other people that are also going through these things. I wrote an entire post and still had so much more to say so I just decided to post the video instead (maybe one of these days I’ll finish the post and publish). I
f you feel inclined, feel free to watch. I talk about the struggles of being authentic in the digital world and my fear of not being “successful.” I don’t really get too “deep” in my posts so it’s a little terrifying to share such an open post but I think it’s something that will resonate with most people (or I hope so at least).Think of it like a diary 😉 And for the record, I’m feeling much better now haha! These feelings come and go sometimes but I felt I had to document before I talked myself out of it 😉
Have you ever felt this way or gone through something similar? What are you struggles of being authentic?
Would love to know! <3
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The Struggles of Being Authentic
It’s so hard to be authentic in this day and age. I struggle too and then I get upset when I think about it. Thanks for sharing Lizzie!
Jennifer
Curated by Jennifer
I’m so glad that I’m not alone! It can definitely be difficult!!
GIRL I FEEL THIS!!!! I think it is common amongst creators! Thank you for sharing!
I think so too! Glad to know I’m not alone <3
It’s a real struggle Lizzie so thank you for sharing your video. It’s nice to know that I am not alone in this and that a lot of people feel similarly about this issue. We just have to keep going, trust in ourselves and one day at a time!
Maureen | http://www.littlemisscasual.com
Absolutely <3 Thanks so much for sharing! I'm so happy to hear that Im not alone because it can certainly feel that way 🙂 Great advice!
Thanks so much for sharing your heart! It is so so hard to feel like you’re not trying to live up to others’ expectations instead of your own! You are doing great!!
This is so true! Thank you so much for the encouragement!
You are wonderful to share Lizzie. I think we all struggle with this.
OXOX
Jodie
http://www.jtouchofstyle.com
Thank you so much Jodie! I think so too!
Thank you so much for sharing this with us! I’m so glad to hear that you are feeling better! It can be extremely difficult to be authentic on social media sometimes.
Kileen
cute & little
Thanks so much Kileen! It can definitely be a struggle!
You are doing great Lizzie! Thanks for sharing this video with us.
Thank you so much Anna! That means the world!
What an awesome way to share your feelings! I know just how you feel too… once you let it all out it makes you feel better!
Thank you so much Caitlin! It makes me feel so much better!
Appreciate the vulnerability and happy you’re feeling better. Thank you for sharing! xoxo, Sarah
Thank you so much Sarah!
Thanks so much for opening up & speaking on this!
Anytime! Thank you for all of your support Em!
Girl, this is so relatable it’s unreal. I appreciate your vulnerability in sharing this. I know it takes so much to not only be authentic, but to open up about the struggles of that kind of lifestyle. You rock!
Thank you so much Stephanie! You’re the sweetest! So happy to hear I’m not alone <3
I get this 110% and struggle with this all the time. Thank you for being some open and vulnerable about this!
Thanks so much Greta! So happy to know I’m not alone <3
Lizzie, this was such a great post. I left a more detailed comment on YouTube. Thanks for sharing this and linking with me. This post will be featured on Tuesday’s #SpreadTheKindness Link Up! Have a great weekend.
Shelbee
http://www.shelbeeontheedge.com
Thanks so much Shelbee! Your comment was so thoughtful – I appreciate it! Ahh I don’t know how I missed that. I just went back to your post. Thank you so much for the feature, my lovely friend!
Love how personal and open this post is! Comparison is the thief of joy! Thank you for sharing your perspectives.
Thanks so much Darleen! So true! I appreciate that <3