Embracing Identity

CS Challenge:

What is something you can do that few people can?  What is it that, no matter how small or seemingly trivial, is unique about you?  Whatever it is, superheroes, shout it from the highest hills for all to hear!!!  That one thing is only representative of a secret cache of amazing qualities you possess, and perhaps have forgotten about in all this time you have spent simply responding compassionately (and most times unknowingly) to the emotions, needs and actions of others.  We are tribal beings, remember.  We crave being a part of the whole.  That is why we might even sacrifice that part of ourselves that is beautiful and unique as a strategy for survival among the many...the rest of the tribe.  Ask yourself: Who am I? What do I stand for?  How, at the end of the day, can I make absolutely sure that my tribe knows who I am too?

Personally, I love playing the Ukulele :)

To tell it true, you got to be you!

- Travis (Citizen Superhero)

Authenticity, Get Good At It!

"This is who we are. Accept it. Or better yet, enjoy it." - HUMAN TORCH

CS Challenge:

Superheroes, when was the last time you did something that was truly authentic to yourself?  I often catch myself acting or presenting myself in a certain way because it is what I think is expected of me.  In moments like these, I try to acknowledge the ridiculousness of it all, smile to myself, and then do something that really makes my heart sing.  It might be something silly like sticking out my tongue and making a sound or something more intentional like greeting the very next person I see on the sidewalk.  Either way, if you ever find yourself being anything other than who you are, practice recognizing it and break the cycle by striving for something a little more authentic.  The power of being authentic to one's self is a power much stronger than being anything else.  Be who you are...and GET GOOD AT IT!  

In the words of another citizen superhero, Abraham Lincoln, “Whatever you are, be a good one.”

Practice and Feel Strength,

CS

Superhero Wisdom of the Week

"A man who won't be beaten, can't be beaten." - AQUAMAN

CS CHALLENGE:
Your destiny is your own... and yours alone, superheroes.  No one can completely make your decisions for you or be the you that you've always aspired to be.  If you can decide, truly decide that you are great and good and powerful and true, then nothing and no one can tell you otherwise.  Dare to take control of your path, or if not control, than embrace it completely and with passion and deliberation hold on tight and enjoy the ride!

Weeeee!
-Citizen Superhero

Superhero Wisdom of the Week

"Mark your passage with fire. First impressions are so important." - GALLOWGLASS

CS CHALLENGE:
Relish and take full advantage of each and every opportunity to share who you are with the world, superheroes.  Do not shrink from that which challenges your character or threatens your ideas.  Your existence, your powers, the role you play in the scheme of things is crucial and special.  At the moment of introduction, rise up, unfurl your magnificent cape, set your intention and simply let the world around see your greatness, envision your contribution, and be in the presence of a true superhero.

I can feel your fire!
-Citizen Superhero

Superhero Wisdom of the Week

"For once in your life have faith that even if you cannot see the greatness inside you -- powerful things in this universe can!" - BROTHER VOODOO

CS CHALLENGE: 
Sometimes, after working so hard to protect and empower others, superheroes, we can lose sight of the greatness within ourselves.  Don't forget to hold the mirror up to yourself every now and again to admire all you have become.  Just make sure you're not using your powers of invisibility at that particular time :)

Power on!
-Citizen Superhero

Superhero Wisdom of the Week

"Everyone's got a role for me...But what about how I define myself? What I want my life to be about? And allowing myself the chance to succeed or fail at it." - FIRESTAR

Be your best self, superheroes...as often as you can.  Be well.

-Citizen Superhero