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So much is written about being your Authentic Self and I’ve always wondered just how many people are able to do this? Is it hard to write and be authentic at the same time? I feel being authentic means delving into a deeper side of yourself and allowing others to get to know you on a deeper level as well. I find it hard to write without sharing my personal stories. Stories allow others to really get to know us and some people aren’t willing to take the risk. I was hesitant when it came to writing about my Anxiety and Panic disorder I suffer from. I worried that people would feel I was attention seeking (some did) but thankfully they were few. I gained a large following of people who also suffer, many who may not post openly on my buzzes (articles) but will send me a private message. I was surprised to find out just how many people suffer in silence because they are afraid of the stigma that can be attached to the term ‘mental illness or disorder.’ Forget the idea that the brain is highest functioning organ in our bodies, yet when it becomes ill, people are labeled instead of being embraced. At times, the idea of the stigma would deter me from writing but I decided the topic was very relevant and still needs a lot of attention because employers need to embrace their employees who suffer, just as they would embrace and have an understanding for the person who calls in sick or goes home…
