There are things that we are proud of and things we’re ashamed of, and inside we wish people would see more of the former and less of the latter. For you see, we all want validation. It’s an intrinsic human need to feel connected to other people; and often times, when we feel alone, it’s because we believe we haven’t proven how good we are or can be. However, today, the Universe wants us to set our intentions to be authentic in every situation and in every moment of this day. Today, know that you don’t have to show the world you’re good. You don’t have to prove anything to anyone. You don’t have to try to hide the things you’ve done that might not seem flattering. You just need to forgive and accept yourself and trust that other people will, as well. Being authentic means being vulnerable—letting people see all your different facets, trusting they won’t judge you, and knowing that if they do, that’s completely on them. Today, recognize you’re awesome just because you keep moving forward, even if it’s just one small step. Today, give yourself permission to not be perfect, and instead focus on progress. Today, acknowledge your weaknesses, work to improve them, but say loud and proud that they will not define you. If you start worrying about the future or dwelling on the past, remember you deserve to enjoy the present, but only you can make it happen. Today, let go of who you think you should be and just be you. Just for today, as I move through the layers of other people's opinions and beliefs, I see within myself a magnificent being, wise and beautiful. I love what I see when I look inside me. Other people love me when I am myself. I am my own unique beautiful soul and I deserve to be loved. I forgive myself and set myself and I know that out of this situation only good will come. And so it is