The One You Feed How to Practical Radical Self Love with Sonya Renee Taylor
Feb 17, 2023
Sonya Renee Taylor, a former national poetry slam champion and founder of The Body is Not an Apology, dives deep into radical self-love. She distinguishes it from self-esteem, exploring societal barriers that hinder self-acceptance. Listeners learn about the four pillars of self-love and the importance of positive narratives. Taylor emphasizes the power of conscious inquiry to confront deeply rooted beliefs and shares insights on breaking free from the cycle of shame. It's a vibrant call to embrace authenticity and support one another on the journey to self-love.
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The Two Wolves Within
- We are born with an innate goodness, a "good wolf" of kindness and love.
- Societal conditioning introduces the "bad wolf" of negativity and self-doubt, creating an internal conflict.
Origin of "The Body is Not an Apology"
- Sonya Renee Taylor coined the phrase "The Body is Not an Apology" during a conversation with a friend.
- This phrase inspired a poem, a Facebook page, and eventually, her book promoting radical self-love.
Radical Self-Love vs. Self-Esteem
- Radical self-love is different from self-esteem or confidence because it's unconditional and inherent.
- It's about recognizing our inherent worthiness and dismantling societal systems that perpetuate "not-enoughness."
