Welcome to a special episode of the Knomii Podcast: Episode 20! In this episode, Cynthia (LMHC) and Madeline (Co-Active Coach) embark on a unique journey with 11 diverse individuals who open up about their interpretation of self-awareness and its manifestations in their lives.

By sharing their introspective experiences, we hope to provide our listeners with a broader understanding of self-awareness, its crucial role in our lives, and how to cultivate it for personal growth and authenticity.

In this enlightening episode, you will:

Discover the varied ways in which our guests raise their self-awareness in their everyday lives. From mindful practices to nurturing emotional intelligence, their shared wisdom will inspire you to enhance your own consciousness.
Explore how heightened self-awareness can allow us to be more true to ourselves. Through our guests' personal stories, you'll gain insights on how self-awareness has empowered them to live authentically and align their actions with their true values and desires.
Learn about three practical exercises you can incorporate into your routine to develop your self-awareness. Guided by the reflections of our guests, we'll break down these exercises and demonstrate how they can help you observe and understand your emotions, thoughts, and behaviors better.

Join us in this collective exploration and learn to navigate your own personal galaxy with greater self-awareness and authenticity. After all, understanding ourselves is the first step towards meaningful growth and transformation.

What We Discussed:

(00:00) Introduction: What does self-awareness mean to you?

(01:21) Jasmine: Discovering and Accepting All My Parts

(02:36) Elizabeth: The Higher Vantage Point

(03:01) Milam: Mind, Body, Soul

(04:31) Michelle: Underlying Knowing-ness and Being-ness

(05:35) Jaclyn: Seeing and Loving Myself

(06:26) David: It's a Daily Practice

(07:49) Sam: Being True to Myself

(09:07) Matthew: Recognition and Understanding

(10:11) Maggie: Living Authentically

(12:14) Cynthia: Drivers and Gardeners

(14:23) Madeline: A Building Block

(15:09) 3 Exercises to Increase Your Self-Awareness

(19:06) Ending with a Quote

Quotes for Reflection

“Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.” Aristotle

“The greatest journey is the journey inward.” Eckhart Tolle.

“The better you know yourself, the better your relationship with the rest of the world.” Toni Collette.

“Self-awareness is the key to unlocking your true potential.” Oprah Winfrey.

“Self-awareness is the foundation of emotional intelligence and authentic connection.” Brené Brown

“Self-awareness is a starting point of personal growth and lasting change.” Gary Zukav

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