Authenticity Basics
Saying what you really think in a respectful way instead of just agreeing to fit in.
Being authentic
Wearing clothes you like even if they aren’t trending is an example of this.
Self-expression
Admitting “I don’t understand” in class shows this quality.
Vulnerability
Laughing at a joke you don’t find funny just to fit in is an example of this.
Misalignment (or people pleasing)
True or False: Being authentic means saying whatever you want without thinking.
False
Changing how you act depending on who you're with isn’t always fake ,sometimes it’s called this.
Sharing your real opinion in class respectfully shows this trait.
Confidence
Telling a friend you’re hurt instead of pretending you’re fine requires this.
Courage
Feeling uncomfortable after agreeing to something you didn’t want to do is a sign your ______ and actions don’t match.
Values
Authenticity does NOT mean oversharing every thought. It still requires this.
Boundaries
Posting something just because it will get likes instead of because you care about it is acting based on this.
External validation
Pretending to like a song because your friends do is hiding this.
True self
Trying out for something you might not make means risking this.
Rejection
Choosing a career to impress others instead of following your interests shows external ________.
Pressure
“That’s just how I am” can sometimes be an excuse to avoid this.
Growth
When your actions match your values, you have this.
Integrity
Expressing yourself without putting others down shows both authenticity and this.
Respect
Saying “I was wrong” instead of blaming someone else shows emotional ________.
Maturity
When what you believe, say, and do all match, you are ________.
Being true to yourself
You can grow and change and still be authentic because authenticity is about staying true to your ________.
Values
Authenticity requires self-________ before self-expression.
Awareness
If you only express parts of yourself that get approval, your identity becomes shaped by this.
Other people’s opinions
Vulnerability strengthens relationships because it builds this.
Trust
Ignoring your inner voice repeatedly can weaken your sense of this over time.
Identity
Being authentic doesn’t mean being the same in every situation; it means being consistent in your ________.
Core values (or character)