The Cost of Wearing a Mask

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In this episode of The Jim Fortin Podcast, Jim shares powerful lessons from his shaman and mentor, Don Javier (and Don Juan), offering four timeless spiritual principles to help you create a truly extraordinary 2026. As Jim prepares to evolve the show into a new era of “applied spirituality,” he explores how merging ancient wisdom with modern psychology can transform how we live, work, and relate to others.

From authenticity and truth to fear, choice, and personal freedom, Jim dives deep into the energetic roots of human behavior. You’ll discover why being anyone other than your true self drains your power, how fear hides behind every lie, and how defending your beliefs or feeling “stuck” are just choices waiting to be reclaimed.

If you’re ready to release self-deception, step out of fear, and start living in full alignment with your soul, this episode gives you practical, shamanic guidance to make 2026 your most liberated year yet.

What You’ll Discover in This Episode:

• Being who you are not is work (03:15) Jim reveals how pretending to be someone you’re not drains energy—and why authenticity is the only sustainable power source. 

• Every lie comes from fear (11:30) Explore how fear drives dishonesty, from small white lies to lifelong self-betrayal, and learn to replace it with radical honesty. 

• Defending yourself defines you as someone who needs to defend (17:50) Jim explains why letting go of the need to justify your choices is the path to true agency and autonomy. 

• Being stuck is a choice (24:30) A deep dive into personal responsibility—how we unconsciously choose stagnation and how to reclaim our freedom through conscious choice. 

• Applied spirituality for everyday life (32:45) Jim shares how he’s transforming the podcast to blend spiritual wisdom with practical application, helping you live your truth daily. 

Listen, apply, and enjoy! 

Transformational Takeaway 

Every moment of your life is a choice—and the courage to choose truth over fear is the foundation of freedom. When you stop pretending, stop lying, stop defending, and start choosing consciously, you reclaim your energy and power. Authenticity isn’t a risk; it’s liberation. As you walk into 2026, ask yourself: Where am I still pretending? The moment you answer honestly, transformation begins. 

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With gratitude,

Jim