Overcoming Inauthenticity: Self-Differentiation and Intentional Change

The podcast provides strategies for leaders to overcome inauthenticity and maintain a non-anxious presence. The first step is to focus on personal growth and understanding one's patterns of reactivity or adaptivity in their family of origin. By changing these patterns, leaders can develop healthier relationships and take more confident stands. Second, leaders should use self-regulation and self-awareness to change how they behave in their work environment. This involves halting automatic responses, understanding the situation and one's own feelings, and choosing integrity in the moment of choice. Reflecting on past experiences can also help leaders become more intentional in their responses. Finally, leaders should anticipate moments of choice where they may struggle to respond authentically and prepare themselves for those situations. These strategies help leaders become non-anxious and maintain their authenticity.