The Authentic Lane Blog!

Hi, I’m Elaine.

I like helping people to tap into their best qualities and to recognize and encourage them in others. I’ve spent a lifetime learning how to be happy by living authentically. Being true to ourselves and open and honest with others can be daunting, but it’s so worth it. It’s something that can be learned over time, one concept at a time.

As a lifelong reader and curious observer, for me being authentic often means going a little deeper to get to the heart of the matter. In my posts, I’ll be offering a sincere and thoughtful exploration into the most intimate and emotionally satisfying aspects of personal growth. I’ll also make suggestions, based on my own experiences, about how you can look within and discover who you truly are, with the goal of helping you to create a more fulfilling life for yourself.

If you’re ready to get started, read on!

Posts tagged pause

To Love Better, Take a Pause

It’s often difficult to love as we were instructed to in First Corinthians. To become more openhearted, we can pause to change our perspective, search our hearts for kindness, and say a prayer.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiDecember 20, 2022love, pause, response, reaction, minds, hearts, prayers, holiday, Corinthians, patience, affection, shame, emotions, anger, irritation, frustration Comments

Embracing the Concept of Good Enough

The pandemic has caused us to learn many new skills, and to change some of the ways we parent. In both cases, we are better served by keeping the emphasis on trying, and on good enough, rather than perfect, outcomes.

Posts by ElaineElaine KlonickiJuly 8, 2020perfectionism, self-compassion, sourdough, good enough, DIY, stress, uncertainty, conscientious, anxiety, exhaustion, pauseComment

How to Handle Unwanted Advice

If we respond to unwanted advice with a brief “thank you,” acknowledging the well-meaning gift that’s been offered to us, it can create an opening for us to consider another point of view.

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