Authenticity sometimes hides behind the mask of familiarity. The old habitual self can easily be mistaken as the authentic self. We thought that's who we are. It does take a lot of time to undo old habits. I believe recognition is the first step, then working towards it is second. We recognize our flaws, wanted a change, and then work towards that change. The sad part is not recognizing the flaw, and by that, we don't see the need to change. So we continue in our flawed self without seeing the potential within us to reach higher. Thanks for sharing your heart, Art. Very helpful!