Authenticity vs. Persona: What Does Real Connection Feel Like?

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Expanding Consciousness

Michael Wally and Nikolas Haag

73 episodes

4 days ago

How to connect to your higher self & escape the matrix. Two software engineers deconstruct together what they learned about spirituality, non-duality and the human experience. We explore to sharpen our awareness, make life more enjoyable, be little kinder, become more authentic, less reactive, more present & ultimately expand our consciousness. For Feedback & Inquiries: expanding.consciousness.podcast@gmail.com

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Authenticity vs. Persona: What Does Real Connection Feel Like? | Ep.69

Expanding Consciousness

51 minutes 52 seconds

2 months ago

Authenticity vs. Persona: What Does Real Connection Feel Like? | Ep.69

In this heartfelt and thought-provoking episode, we dive deep into the essence of human connection—what it really means, how it feels, and why it so often eludes us. The hosts explore the intricate link between authenticity and connection, sharing personal experiences, psychological insights, and practical reflections. Why do we wear masks in relationships? What role does vulnerability play? Can you be in connection with someone who’s not open to it? We also explore the influence of childhood patterns, trauma, and the nervous system on our ability to relate deeply. Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, show up more honestly, or simply understand connection on a deeper level, this episode offers a powerful starting point.

Timestamps

00:00 - Introduction to Connection and Authenticity

01:41 - The Challenge of Defining Connection

03:41 - Connection as the Dissolving of Boundaries

04:41 - Performing vs. Authentic Relating

06:41 - The Persona vs. True Self in Relationships

07:41 - Vulnerability and the VIEW Framework

09:41 - Origins of the Persona in Childhood

12:41 - Moving Toward Authentic Connection

13:41 - Self-Awareness as a Path to Relational Depth

14:41 - Overcorrection: Sharing Everything to Reconnect

16:41 - Vulnerability Without Blame

17:41 - Why Conflict Often Unearths Unresolved Issues

20:41 - Grudges, Emotional Triggers & Letting Go

22:41 - The Power of Feeling Seen and Heard

23:41 - Holding Space for Difficult Conversations

24:41 - Authentic Relationships as a Shared Goal

26:41 - Relationship Evolution & Growing Together

28:41 - Compatibility Before and After Self-Awareness

30:41 - Biology, Attraction, and Long-Term Fit

34:41 - Are Personality Tests Even Relevant?

36:41 - Compatibility Through Shared Values

37:41 - Challenging Beliefs in the Name of Love

39:41 - Can You Connect with Someone Unwilling?

41:41 - Receptivity and Connection with Nature

43:41 - Stress, the Nervous System, and Disconnection

45:41 - Being Seen Helps Us See Ourselves

47:41 - Co-Regulation Through Connection

49:41 - Final Reflections and Listener Invitation