I want to share with you this unedited yahoo chat of my friend Eric and I. I’ve already asked him for his permission to show it with you on this blog. Although, I’ve changed the name to Eric for his privacy.
Just a little heads up, I am currently living in the Philippines and he is still back in California.
Eric: Hey Faey. It’s Eric.
Me: Hey Eric. Just online browsing for course on ‘how to be authentic’. What you up to?
Eric: I am doing laundry right now. ha ha
So, have you found out how to be authentic? ha ha
Me: yep!
Do my laundry for me pls. =)
Eric: ha ha. You’re funny, Faey
Send your laundry to me through email
Me: Watch for it Now
zip…!
Eric: Wow! That’s a lot of laundry! he he he he
Me: I know…haven’t wash them for 10 months..be careful of some clothes, they’ve been dirty for quite a while.
Might have some dead snakes, I’ve killed.
Eric: LOL – okay. I’ll be careful.
But here I can just kill spiders with your dirty clothes
Me: just don’t let me know about it.
Eric: Okay I will. We have some Black widows around here. So I’ll definitely let you know.
LOL
Any plans for this weekend?
Me: do some more research on authentic women program…then watch the Authentic Man Program Mark is watching to learn about MEN…so far finish 3 cds and it is super delicious!
Eric: cool. Sounds very interesting. I’d imagine a person would gain a lot of enlightenment from it
Me: none of that tricks and fake stuff and liners to give to women …it teaches men how to access their true, REAL self…..I am so impress..
yelp…lots of insights and enlightenment…..
Eric: I see. I think a lot of people would gain from it
Me: I think of it….these programs are growing new refreshing crops of men for all the women out there….he he he…then I’ll stop hearing all the good men are taken or they’re all gay stuff. =) he he he… I mean who wouldn’t want a REAL man who knows himself, be present, and be his genuine self. Of course that would mean the woman be her true self to match with these type of REAL men too…..can’t have them nagging immature little girls. It just wouldn’t match…He he he….sorry..I am just going on and on…
Eric: It’s cool Faey. You’re always welcome to express yourself with me
I look forward to your insight
I agree with you and this program
Me: thanks for allowing me that space. so appreciated. =)
Eric: Anytime, my friend
Me: got two new insights if you are curious
Eric: Sure…I’m always open
Are you still there?
Me: sorry about that…was watching a video of Authentic Man Program
anyhow, briefly…the first 2 steps…of accessing your authentic self for Men are:
STEP 1: Presence. BE there. Not trying or thinking about being there. But actually being in the moment, enjoying it with ease. Just be at ease. Check in your body and see if you are tight in your body or rambling on in your head or fidgeting. (these are signs of you not being ‘present’). Just RELAX and be in your body. Feel instead of thinking. Just be there.
You could use this with women. Actually, you could use this with anybody, anything….especially with yourself.
Creates solidity in YOU as a person.
Eric: I like this. And I feel that I do these things right now. Because recently, I have found that I am very content with who I am as a man, as a person. I enjoy my own time & time with friends, and I don’t yearn for outrageous things.
Please continue. I’m enjoying this
Me: Good. Well done on your steps forward! =)
STEP 2. Appreciation. This means with your interaction with women and others. You see them as another person, not just an object or target to get. But treat and see them. They too have dreams, issues, feelings, and needs.
It means stepping into their shoes feeling what they are feeling without your agenda…or for example “hummm, I see you are so warm and nurturing and etc.”
It does not mean complimenting her and making her feel good.
It’s about being there with her on the ride. Yet, you being solid in who you ARE at the same time. You CAN’T…just do step 2 or skip ahead to step 2 unless STEP 1: Presence is deep rooted and grounded in you.
Eric: Yes, you’re absolutely right. Basically, seeing each person for who they are. I think that’s why I’ve gained so many female friends. This is deep.
I’m not saying I know it all. I’m actually just analyzing everything you tell me and then I think if I’m doing that or have I applied it.
what’s step 3?
Me: want to add a little more on Step 2 still.
Eric: Oh. Ooops. Sure go ahead
Me: So like I said, it’s not about complimenting her and solely making her feel good. It’s about being THERE with her. Feeling what it IS what she is feeling. Allowing her that space. Yet you be there fully present and enjoying your interaction and being authenticly CURIOUS. (no pretense). You truly feel curious to know about her and who she is. If you do it right.
You could feel her heart open up to you. And she might stop being all bitchy and become real sweet or tone down…she’ll feel…wow this person really SEES me.
This will create intimate connection with them.
for love or for friendships..many types of intimacy
Interests will build between the two individuals….
Boom! relationship is created…
Takes practice…..
Eric: After reading this, I really feel that many Americans could benefit from this knowledge
And I agree on so many accounts with the steps you’ve provided to me
Me: glad you like it.
Oh and remember, just one more thing. The whole time you are being YOU — stay REAL to who you are.
Eric: Right.
I’ve gotten into Zen philosophy, It’s really helped me
It is similar with its outlooks on life, respect and responsibility
Me: Nice. Love zen….
Eric: I want to be a modern day Jazz Monk
Me: hey Eric…I going to have to cut it short….starting some more training soon. BTW, can I use this yahoo IM conversation for me blog?
Eric: Sure. Go ahead
Me: he he he…’modern day JAZZ Monk’ i could see that.
Eric: Have a good day/night
Me: Alright, ttyl. In the meantime time chill out…or should I say keep it jazzy… =)
[Date: 08-23-2009 Yahoo IM]
Thank you for visiting me today. And love to hear what you have to say.