On this episode of The Karen Kenney Show, I talk about why it matters so much to just be who you are​ - no matter what’s going on around you. 

Inspired by a quote from Marcus Aurelius in​ Ryan Holiday's book “The Daily Stoic,” I dive into the idea that we’re all here to show our true colors and do our own jobs as only we can.  

Whether you’re ​m​aking salad for a​n event or just showing up for your day-to-day, how you do the little things ​w​ill reveal the kind of person you are.

I share a story about preparing food with love and care, even when the ​p​eople eating it might not notice the extra effort. 

For me, what matters isn’t the approval of others​, but knowing I’ve put my heart ​attention into what I do. 

My ​sweetie, Chris - who’s a professional musician - is the same way​.

Whether he’s playing ​on stage in front of thousands or ​performing for a tiny crowd – he’s going to give it his all!

It’s a reminder to stay committed to our ​internal values, whatever the​ external circumstances.

We also explore how actions speak way louder than words. People really get to know what you stand for by watching what you do​ - not just by listening to what you say. 

This goes for parenting, relationships, or any situation where integrity is put to the test. 

Just because someone else might cut corners, slack off, or not care - it doesn’t mean ​that you ​​should change how ​you would normally ​choose to show up.

I wrap things up by inviting you to try a little ​spiritual practice of self-observation​without judgment!

For example… i​f someone followed you ​around for a week, what story would your actions tell? What would they come to understand that you believe - based on what you do?

The challenge is to stay true to yourself, keep growing, and as always, to leave every ​person, place​, and ​animal a little better than how you found them​! ❤️

KK’S KEY TAKEAWAYS:

•​ Be true to who you are and let your actions reflect your real values, no matter what others are doing.

•​ Focus on doing your job to the best of your ability, even when it seems like nobody else notices or cares.

•​ Your actions speak louder than your words and people will come to know what you believe by what you do!

•​ Stay consistent and keep your integrity, whether the audience is big, small, or just you.

•​ Don’t let the attitudes or behaviors of others drag you away from your own standards or kindness.

•​ Practice self-observation without judgment; notice how you show up in daily life and reflect on what it reveals about you.

•​ Strive to leave every place, animal, and person better than you found them.

• Remember that your presence and care make a difference.

BIO:

Spiritual Mentor and writer Karen Kenney uses humor and dynamic storytelling to bring a down-to-earth, no-BS perspective to self-development. 

Bringing together tools that coach the conscious and unconscious mind, Karen helps clients deepen their connections with Self, and discover their unique understandings of spirituality.  

Her practice combines neuroscience, subconscious reprogramming, Integrative Hypnosis, somatic work, spiritual mentoring, and other holistic modalities to help regulate the nervous system, examine internal narratives, remove blocks, and reimagine what’s possible.

A passionate yoga teacher, long-time student of A Course in Miracles, and Gateless Writing instructor, Karen is a frequent speaker and retreat leader. Via her programs The Quest and The Nest, she coaches both individuals and groups. 

With The Karen Kenney Podcast, she encourages listeners to shift from a thought system of fear to one of love, compassion, and personal responsibility. 

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