The One You Feed How to Embrace Your Authentic Self with Carmen Rita Wong
Aug 15, 2023
In this discussion, Carmen Rita Wong, a writer and advisor to women-owned businesses, shares her journey of embracing her authentic self. She delves into the transformative power of compassion, revealing how childhood trauma can lead to personal growth. Wong emphasizes the delicate balance between understanding and forgiveness, as well as the influence of cultural identity on self-perception. Listeners are invited to explore the complexities of authenticity and the role of self-compassion in navigating societal expectations.
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Taming Your Inner Wolves
- Treat your inner "bad wolf" with compassion, like a child needing reassurance.
- Acknowledge its protective emotions instead of judging or starving them.
Understanding vs. Forgiveness
- Understanding someone's background doesn't excuse their actions, but it promotes peace.
- Recognizing others as products of their circumstances lessens self-blame and fosters self-compassion.
Shifting Identities
- Carmen Rita Wong's identity shifted dramatically throughout her life, starting with a mixed-race upbringing in Harlem.
- She later moved to New Hampshire and eventually discovered family secrets that challenged her understanding of her heritage.
