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2003: 7 Simple Ways to Be More You by Courtney Carver of Be More With Less on Self-Discovery and Simplicity

Dec 19, 2023

Courtney Carver encourages self-discovery and authenticity through simplicity. She emphasizes the impact of reducing clutter and stress, enabling us to reconnect with our true selves. The more me I am, the easier it is to know what's right for me.

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Courtney Carver

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Quick takeaways

Simplifying your life and letting go of excess can create space to reconnect with your true self and enhance relationships.

Writing yourself down daily can serve as a valuable tool for self-awareness and self-discovery.

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Importance of Being Authentic

In this episode, Courtney Carver discusses the importance of being true to yourself and the benefits it can bring to your relationships. She emphasizes that living outside of yourself is exhausting and can lead to a disconnect. By simplifying your life and letting go of excess, you can create space to rediscover who you truly are. Carver provides seven simple ways to be more authentic, such as writing yourself down daily, spending time with supportive people, and letting go of the need to prove yourself. Being more you allows for better self-care, more genuine connections, and a stronger sense of purpose.

2. Spend Time with People Who Lift You Up

00:33

Introduction

2min

The Importance of Being True to Yourself and Rediscovering Who You Are

3min

Seven Simple Ways to Be More Authentic and True to Yourself

4min

Ways to Be More Authentic and Improve Relationships

3min

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Episode 2003:

Courtney Carver's insightful article encourages self-discovery and authenticity through simplicity. She emphasizes the profound impact of reducing clutter and stress in our lives, not just externally but internally, enabling us to reconnect with our true selves and enhance our relationships and work.

Read along with the original article(s) here: https://bemorewithless.com/more-you/

Quotes to ponder:

"Living outside of yourself is exhausting. It will break you down."

"With each thing, obligation, or assumption I let go of, I remembered who I was."

"The more me I am, the easier it is to know what’s right for me."

Episode references:

The Artist's Way: https://www.amazon.com/Artists-Way-Spiritual-Higher-Creativity/dp/0143129252

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