Meditative Story Ignoring inner me, by Meredith Arthur
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Dec 10, 2024 Meredith Arthur, author of "Get Out of My Head" and creator of Beautiful Voyager, shares her journey of self-discovery after a painful wake-up call. She discusses the conflict between societal expectations and personal fulfillment, illustrating her struggle with anxiety and the pressure of success in the publishing world. Meredith highlights the importance of naming our inner fears and embracing authenticity in everyday life, ultimately revealing how self-acceptance can lead to true happiness.
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Divided Self
- Meredith Arthur describes her childhood in Defiance and Toledo, Ohio, marked by a divided sense of self.
- She developed an internal and external persona to cope with anxiety and migraines.
Career Progression and Inner Turmoil
- Meredith's professional life progressed, marked by career changes and a constant need to adapt.
- Despite external success, she felt a growing sense of unease and disconnection from her feelings.
Startup Insecurities
- Working at a startup with younger colleagues, Meredith felt insecure and struggled to stay relevant.
- An incident involving Kanye West GIFs highlighted her disconnection from the team's culture.