I how it feels…
Wanting to share your spirituality but fearing rejection.
A lot of people are scared to "come out" as spiritual.
The fears are the same:
• Not being able to express themselves clearly
• Concerned about being seen as pushy or trying to convert others
• Fear of rejection, or being viewed as crazy, particularly in professional settings
Here’s what I know:
It's natural to feel scared when expressing our authenticity.
But when we move through our fear, we experience freedom and congruence in all aspects of our lives. Alignment with our true nature is a powerful step toward living on purpose.
Here are insights I’ve learned on my path:
1/ Share your experiences:
When I changed careers, I worried how my mentor, an atheist, would react. The experience taught me an important lesson about sharing our journeys with others.
Instead of feeling like we have to have all the answers, we can simply share our experiences. When we do, we create a space for others to do the same, which fosters deeper connections.
There’s no "right" or "wrong" way to express spirituality. What matters is the intention to share and receive love. When you lead with love, you can't get it wrong. It’s impossible to get this wrong.
2/ Inspire exploration and honor boundaries:
I share my spirituality through inspiration, not persuasion.
I believe in respecting others' journeys and opening conversations with non-judgment and open-heartedness. While my words may not immediately resonate, I trust there's a part of each person that connects with the deeper essence of what I'm sharing.
Sharing spirituality requires discernment. Not every situation calls for it, and I always honor my boundaries, as well as those of others. When I feel called to express myself, I do so with love and unattachment.
Above all, my goal is not to change minds but to open hearts.
3/ Radiate wholeness and connect with community
Let’s be honest, rejection may happen. However, at some point, the cost of hiding becomes greater than the potential freedom, power and community of being your true self. People often view rejection as binary, but that’s not necessarily true. Even those who don't fully understand will likely still want to be in relationship with you.
Here’s the upside, being true to yourself will attract individuals who can enrich your path. When we radiate our light, we experience growth. I encourage you to take the leap, even if it feels scary, the rewards of authenticity and connection are worth the risk. Who knows? Your sharing might inspire others on their path.
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If you feel called to share your journey, I encourage you to take the first step.
When we claim all our true selves, we give others permission to do the same.
I'm here because others shared their journeys courageously. And I want to encourage you.
So, share this post, invite someone for coffee, and start the conversation.
Should we work together?
Hi, I’m Tiffany May Yan Chan, and I work with extraordinary leaders on the spiritual path. When I’m not writing, I teach visionaries how to trust their intuition and take courageous action. If you’re interested, apply to work 1:1 and we’ll jump on a call and see if we’re a good fit.