My Truth
By Jennifer Thorpe
“The is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you”- Maya Angelou
I have been here many times before! Contemplating, do I take a leap of faith or not artistically? When it comes to starting a blog, starting a podcast, or writing a book, I have shied away many times and for years. I almost didn’t take the step forward even now because I thought – I have waited too long, there are so many blogs, everyone has a podcast, etc. I have notebooks of pages that have not made it into a script. The excuses could quickly line up. Yet, I am in the space where I am taking that leap of faith! I am claiming my voice and going bravely into uncharteed waters!
Ironically, I am passionate, have been a “go-getter” about many things, and have no problem speaking up for myself or advocating for others. I have wondered why sharing my voice has been scary or met with my apprehension on this platform. My answer: I have to feel free and safe to tell my truth! As we know, social media is not necessarily secure. I don’t like feeling so exposed and vulnerable with faces I cannot see and don’t know me. Yet, as I peel back the layers those aren’t the root of my fear or concern. At the core: my truth involves others that I love deeply. It includes people whom I have forgiven, I have reconciled with, and I don’t want to cause them any pain. Even without using names, they would know their role in my story. However, I feel so liberated by two words: MY TRUTH.
My truth is beautiful, messy, simple, and complicated! My truth involves victories, failures, love, hate, violence, peace, pain, and healing. My story has dynamic people that have impacted me positively or negatively. My truth is my truth. I don’t know any other way to tell it than to be authentic. It’s mine, and I own it fully!
My Truth: I have been afraid to start a blog, podcast, or write my book(s).
My Truth: Exposure is uncomfortable!
My Truth: I am trusting God and writing my heart out!
My Truth: I am “wonderfully complex” and owning the beauty of it!
My Truth: I am overwhelmed with joy and have no idea where this will lead me!
My Truth: I am moving forward freely!
I love empowering people to tell their story, to share their truth. Creating a safe place for honest a conversation is essential. I believe our experiences matter. I hope together we can share them. My desire is we can be inspired to grow and transform.
Before I go … what hinders you from telling your truth? How have you become honest with yourself and others? Email me at hello@thepuresocialblog.com and please share. Thanks for reading!