In my mission to facilitate evolutionary emergence by helping people grow, I offer two vectors: leadership development and personal development. While there is much overlap, this article focuses on personal transformation work that I do with the Unique Self Institute. If you're interested in a blog post specifically tailored to those leading organizations, see my post on Activating Your Next-Level Leadership.
In the crazy-making world of endless approaches to personal development, few approaches go as deeply into the essence of our being and unleash its fullest expression as Unique Self Emergence, a 12-month transformational program for anyone who wants to live more authentically connected to themselves and in service to something larger.
This innovative psycho-spiritual technology, crafted by Claire Molinard and Barbara Alexander, based on teachings by visionary philosophers Dr. Marc Gafni and Ken Wilber, is designed to help you befriend the ego, dive deep into your true essence, and show up more fully with your unique power, passion, and purpose.
One of the big differences between this approach and others is that it is based on First Principles—intrinsic qualities of reality that we can participate in— whereas other programs are based on someone’s inspired ideas but may not be grounded in and validated by ancient wisdom traditions, psychology, and the other sciences.
Think of the "thought leader" marketplace—who do you trust? Those that have charisma, great marketing, or a fancy website? Or those that are grounded in deep integrated wisdom that is "backed" by the universe, so to speak? When we say that Unique Self is a First Principle, we say that it is trustable—a path worth pursuing.
Embracing a Life That is Uniquely Yours
Living as your Unique Self is an experience of deep alignment with who you truly are—a life where your actions, choices, and relationships reflect your deepest values, passions, and gifts. It’s about stepping into a life that is uniquely yours, where you no longer feel the need to conform to external expectations or societal norms, but instead, live from a place of authenticity and purpose. Make no mistake, though: while it is “uniquely yours”, it is simultaneously connected to something larger—meaning, you’re not alone in living your Unique Self, but rather there are (often mysterious) forces that are conspiring on your behalf.
It’s about stepping into a life that is uniquely yours, where you no longer feel the need to conform to external expectations or societal norms, but instead, live from a place of authenticity and purpose
Imagine waking up each day with a sense of clarity and direction, knowing that your unique contributions are not only valued but essential to the greater whole. This is the experience of living as your Unique Self. It’s an experience of deep fulfillment, where your life is infused with meaning because it is aligned with your true essence which is the source of all energy and life. You are indeed participating in the evolutionary process of creation, thereby giving you more power, potency, resilience, and the sense of feeling at home in the universe.
Asking "Who am I" and Unlocking Your Purpose
The journey to discovering your Unique Self begins with the fundamental question, "Who am I?" Beyond surface-level identifiers like nationality, gender, or profession, this exploration reveals that we are unique expressions of a greater, ultimate wholeness that is accessible wherever we are.
For example, imagine Jamie, who has always been passionate about coaching others through breathwork but felt pressured to choose a more “practical” career in sales. Through the Unique Self Emergence Process, Jamie realizes that she doesn’t have to abandon her sales career to follow her passion. She starts offering breathwork sessions to clients on the side and, in the process, begins to see her role in sales in a new light: she discovers that her true desire is to support others in their well-being, a purpose she can fulfill both through coaching and in her sales job. Her work in health and wellness sales becomes more meaningful, and she even finds an employer who values her coaching skills and allows her to continue offering sessions in her off hours. By living as her Unique Self, Jamie experiences a profound sense of purpose and joy in both her career and her personal life—something she had only briefly glimpsed before.
You Are a Puzzle Piece: Finding Your Place in the World
Imagine yourself as a puzzle piece in the grand puzzle of life. As your Unique Self, you are not just a piece that fits, but one that is irreplaceable—bringing your distinct shape, color, and texture to the greater picture.
The sad reality is that most of us feel like lonely puzzle pieces without a larger puzzle to fit into. We are lost in deconstructed stories without any coherent connection to a larger story. Have you ever heard anyone say "you do you"? What they implicitly mean is that everyone can make up their story and there is nothing that we ultimately share. So, you do whatever you want, and I'll do whatever I want.
Rather than feeling isolated or striving to fit in, you begin to see how your unique gifts and perspectives contribute to the larger whole.
When we realize that we are both unique and connected, we can find ourselves in one another's stories, and synergize our intentions to create something that was not possible before. This experience transforms how you engage with the world. Rather than feeling isolated or striving to fit in, you begin to see how your unique gifts and perspectives contribute to the larger whole. This shift in perception brings a deep sense of belonging and interconnectedness, allowing you to live with greater ease and confidence, knowing that you are exactly where you need to be.
Transformational Benefits of Living as Your Unique Self
Engaging with the Unique Self Emergence Process offers several life-changing benefits:
Deep Fulfillment: By aligning with your Unique Self, you experience a profound sense of fulfillment as you live a life that is true to who you are.
Authentic Relationships: Living from your Unique Self fosters deeper, more authentic connections with others, as you engage with the world from a place of truth and integrity.
Increased Creativity: When you embrace your unique gifts, your creativity flourishes, leading to innovative ideas and solutions that reflect your true essence.
Aligned Purpose: Discovering your unique role in the world brings a sense of direction and purpose, guiding you towards work and activities that resonate with your deepest values and responds to a real need in the world.
Joyful Expression: Living as your Unique Self allows you to express yourself freely and joyfully, bringing your whole being into everything you do.
Conclusion
So, in the crazy-making world of personal development, where we often are tempted to hop from one course to another, thinking the silver bullet is around the corner, Unique Self Emergence offers something different.
It offers a year-long project to build a worldview, lifestyle, and set of relationships set the stage for the rest of your life's awakening journey. It is a meta-framework within which other personal growth tools and techniques can be oriented.
Unique Self Emergence is a profound journey of self-discovery and transformation unlike any other. By grounding in your true essence and living as your Unique Self, you can experience a life of greater aliveness, purpose, and meaning, and participate in the evolution of reality itself.
Has this intrigued you? Do you feel the tug of allurement to catalyze your fullest life?
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