How can you find the courage to live life on your terms? Tom explores Principle 1: You are more than enough, be yourself. Show your authentic self to attract what you desire. Together with guest Brian Bloom, a relationships coach, they discuss how we can discover and unleash our authentic selves. Selected Links ·       Connect with Brian Bloom             Website | LinkedIn ·       Connect with Tom Marshall              Website | LinkedIn ·       Landmark education ·       Non-Violent Communication workshop series, Marshall Rosenberg ·       Burning Man ·       Nowhere, regional Burning Man in Spain Show Notes Tom’s personal story about why he created this principle. [1:25] Challenges with the principle that are explored in this episode. [3:50] Introduction to Brian Bloom. [4:27] What does authenticity mean to Brian? [05:40] How Brian realised he’d succeeded by the societal scripts but was incredibly dissatisfied. [06:45] Brian shares how he redefined the meaning of divorce. [08:45] How does Brian now relate to his ex-wife? [11:20]   Not everyone will understand your life choices and it’s not your responsibility to make them. Don’t bow to the expectations of others. [13:00] How Brian explored his sexuality and alternative relationship structures. [14:10] Thank people who express concern about your life choices. [15:55] How does Brian find the courage to be his authentic self? [17:15] How showing his authentic self has helped Brian attract what he desires. [21:35] Surrounding yourself with people like you gives you permission to be more self-expressed. [22:10] Why Brian deserves the “purple heart of weirdness” medal. [23:55] How Brian invests in finding his people by being his authentic self [25:50] Brian shares his experiences of radical inclusion at Burning Man, an experiment in creating community. [27:45] Unconditionally accepting people around you helps them be authentic. [29:03] Brian shares his exploration of wearing dresses. [30:02] “Until you try stuff on, you don’t really know who you are.” [32:03] What advice Brian has for early career professionals who have trouble being fully authentic [33:11] Brian shares how he “threw his hat over the fence” to overcome the challenge of moving to Europe. [35:21] Always accept free samples. [37:51] How to use social accountability to live more authentically [39:32]  “How much energy are you going to waste trying to live up to others’ expectations instead of exploring your own?” [42:15] Summary of the episode. [42:27] How Brian’s story challenges us. [43:49]