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THAT is not TRUE, Beyonce, have two sisters that made-up Destiny, So, she NEVER needs to reinvent herself. Has the group become Famous they breakup then she hook-up with J-z,
Omg I did this YEARS ago when I quit smoking! I had tried to quit dozens of times and it never stuck. The last time I quit, I decided to call myself a non-smoker, rather than an ex-smoker. My theory was that a non smoker would NEVER be tempted by a cigarette, but an ex smoker would always be tempted on some level. And it was still really REALLY hard to quit, but whenever someone was smoking around me or offering me a cigarette, I told myself I was a non smoker, therfore obviously I didn't want a cigarette. 😊
@@JillzGuerin I love it! I'm doing that right now. I feel like there are two versions of me- one that sits on the couch and eats Doordash and feels greasy and sluggish, and the other one who LOVES exercising and doing intermittent fasting and feels AMAZING! And there is LITERALLY no overlap between the two. So I'm just focusing on how good it feels to be healthy and strong, and the extra weight is just MELTING off me with NO effort!! 😁
I love this and I'm totally trying it! I was the "old me" yesterday and ordered a huge pasta from Ubereats and felt like shit all day, today I was "Skye" and just had 1 healthy meal and fasted.😮
Allen carr has a book called easy way to quit smoking. That’s how I quit smoking. He mentioned in the book exactly what you just said. Remember back when you were a non smoker, you never needed a cig or was tempted. It was only after you smoked your first then you got the craving to want to smoke over and over
Yesss🙌 The best advice I was ever told is don't ask "how can I do this" ask "who do I need to become to be able to do this". I have used this idea throughout my life in many ways; to start taking better care of my fitness, overcome shyness with men and alleviate social anxiety. I don't ask "how?" I ask "who?"... and it works!
You know what, I just realized something - I think this is why I enjoy traveling so much, especially on my own. I tap into my confident, mysterious alter ego and imagine everyone I meet perceives me in that way… Edit: guys. I took it too far... a friend I met abroad just told me her husband thinks I might be a CIA agent 💀
Giiiirl you sound like my soul sister ☺️ cause I absolutely LOVE traveling solo, living in other countries and learning languages!! I realized this a while back, but it clicked again while watching this video… When I speak Spanish / French, I go by Raquel / Rachelle. I become that culturally personified character as a natural way of identifying as a Spanish or French speaker. Connecting these dots also made me realize how much I adore acting, which is in essence, creating and identifying with an alter ego 😎🙌
I LOVE this idea!!!! When I’m in a really bad rut of depression and lack of motivation, I’ll summon my alter ego “Shamaya” ..She’s a bad ass woman who keeps her house clean, handles her business, gets her to do lists done and works out. It helps so much after a week and then I slowly adapt those changes into a routine. I even made a Pinterest board for motivation as “Shamaya.” Nothing weird about it. Whatever we can do to lift our spirits!!!
When I played Dungeons and Dragons, I accidentally created the highest version of myself in the form of a character I created. She was very feminine and sexual (bards ya know) but she also was self sacrificing and heroic - dying for her friends. I started torealize there were things I could do as Kassandra that I didn't feel comfortable doing as Justina. I had a broken sense of my self as a woman, and Kassandra did not. What really hit home for me was when I went to the store and kept looking at pretty clothes saying "Oh! This is SO Kassandra!" What I meant was... I really like this pretty thing! But it wasn't Ok for ME to like, but for Kassandra it was. Now, I'm a couple years removed from playing that character in game, but rather embodying womanhood for myself and tapping into my feminine energy because of what I realized playing that character in game.
@Justina Anderson. That is pretty cool 😎. I’m a D&D DM (playing the game off & on since 1980). What you say is quite true: the game enables a person to “assume a new persona” that is quite different than their “real world” self. This ability (and practice) of creativity/imagination enables a person to mentally “displace” themself from their current real-life circumstances and think of other ways to behave, react, and problem solve (and not face real life, potential non-acceptance or other repercussions). Taken further, honing this skill enables a person to then naturally become more creatively imaginative in dealing with real-life situations/challenges, whether internal or external. Here’s wishing you a “natural 20” roll on your next saving throw! 🍻 😊
Yessss. Reminds me a lot of how in middle school I was super depressed and had a low self esteem so I played RuneScape all the time… I lived vicariously through my character in the game. 🙂 Autumnflurry was super popular, outgoing, had boundaries, self worth, confidence, etc… Everything I didn’t have in my life back then. Now I feel like I embody those things as a grown woman 🥰 But that past self definitely helped mold me into the person I am today as I started to realize I could be those things IRL. 💕
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 141 subs and almost 75 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
@@alittlebitofmary Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my TH-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a TH-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this TH-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
Last fall I took language classes in Spain and noticed that I was a different person when I spoke in Spanish, in a way Spanish helped me see the world differently, to think differently and to even build a whole new set of mannerisms. I’ve been thinking of moving to Spain ever since and I guess I liked that version of myself!
I had that when I was learning English! I ended up moving for a study program in English just to feel like that more often. But now that I've been speaking it for 10+ years I feel like I contaminated my English with my insecurities. Time to learn a new language I guess.
Whenever I'm in a rut, or feeling lazy, or incompetent, I pretend I'm Amal Clooney (someone I think has it all together all of the time, and plus I love her personal style). Doing that puts me in a completely different state of mind and I'm able to do whatever I need to get done and feel good about myself too
If you think about it, accepting to live our lives with our insecure and broken selves is way crazier than embracing a new perspective of who we are and act in accordance to that new version of ourselves.
But why embrace something that has been essentially manufactured by your internal monologue when it’s that monologue which is broken not you? Embracing something which damages or hurts you makes no sense.
We are just unlocking our full potential by “tricking our brains”. It is still us achieving these goals, and the more we provide evidence to ourselves that we are capable of these things, the less we need the alter ego.
Ive been doing this for a few years now at work! If it weren’t for my alter ego persona idk if I would even have a job. She goes by my middle name. Super feminine and gets things done! And she always wears green for some reason. I get kind of misty eyed thinking I have to do this to stay employed, but I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one. Thanks for the tips. Love your channel. 🦋
Wow, this is a little nuts. Last night after a sweaty workout, I did my makeup and hair right before my shower, just for funsies (I usually don't wear more than mascara and foundation). I knew I would just wash it right off so there was no pressure to look good for anyone else. I really liked how it turned out and it made me feel good about myself. As I was in the shower, I thought to myself, "I could make an alter ego version of me who wears make up and feels pretty and confident." Now it doesn't sound so crazy, so maybe I will actually do it 😅
I came across a video on tiktok a day ago about how being delusional helps you manifest what you want in life so I went onto pinterest and started a new board with things I (my higher delusional self) would do/behave. Then I got a notification that you uploaded this video and I was shocked because what a crazt alignment this is! I love how this video has affected my perspective in much deeper way and I love that I can use this video as a check point to see how much I've transformed.
Ah yay perfect timing!!! It’s such an interesting topic! I think the whole “being delusional” thing is just one way we can release the things holding us back 💕💕
This is like killing off your old self, to shift to your ideal life, I've heard it working before, changing your name/alter ego just makes it work better ❤
I remember doing this decades ago when I started a new school. I was tired of being the shy awkward girl and I realised that all the new people I was meeting did not know me, so I could be anything or anyone I wanted at the new school
This reminds me of the “cool girl” monologue in the book/movie “gone girl” the author Gillian Flynn actually used it as a writing exercise but it turned out so well it made became an iconic part of the story
so basically this personality of who I want to be is perfectly my own identity because I created it and therefore I'm not pretending to be someone else???? Guess what sister. That's called delusion. Now, there is nothing wrong with improving yourself. It's normal to look up to someone you consider successful. But this inner monologue personality? It's not you, it's an image you fabricated that you want to attain. It's NOT healthy. Know yourself, and change the "problem" parts of yourself to the best of your abilities. But I know firsthand it's inhuman to force yourself to live a lie. Accept yourself and then decide what could be improved.
This was actually very helpful and what I needed. I just recently had a conversation with my partner who advised me whenever I overthink and have thoughts that are holding me back to just try and isolate these thoughts in a bubble and observe them from a third person view like they are not in my mind anymore. And I feel like the me observing them OUTSIDE my mind would be my alter ego as opposed to if these thoughts were IN my head then it would just be my regular self-doubting self again. It's interesting to think about it like that 😄 Keep up the good work, I enjoy watching your content! 🤗
I have an issue with alteregos,it’s a form of dissociation and might be the reason why many celebrities end up killing them selves because it was never really their essence that performed but a fake character. Psychological wholeness and a self well aligned and healed of past wounds will get you more permanent and happy shifts than a psychological distant self from your identity. But towards the ended of the video you’ve integrated this issue quite well on how to use this as an archetype, so will definitely take notes towards my therapist training as well!
Not totally true i found my alter ego when i was on the verge of suicide and was very introverted , depressed and insecure and i didn't even create him . My alter ego appeared out of nowhere and started changing my life . At beginning my encounter was like someone else is living in my head who laughs at my miserable life and it felt like someone who is totally opposite of me he was extroverted , confident , bold and stoic person who smiles always . It started fixing my life and my weak parts and now he teached me to smile always even during my downfall and made me bold and confident like himself
The only cons of it was i became too attached to my alter ego that if something bad happens in my life and i cant feel his presence i get depressed to breaking point
Wow, eye opening content! I've learned so much in the last few weeks, binge watching all of your videos! I now treat myself with respect, something that I do absolutly to everbody but myself... until now... and I unconciously created my alter ego, a happy, healthy, amazing woman.. thanks jillz!
I actually used this on someone else and it’s working. This person caused so much drama and stress in my life, I was triggered every time I had to communicate with them. I decided to recreate them, I call them by their middle name (in my head) and gave them a whole new personality. I’m so much calmer now.
How interesting! I’d love to know more about this tactic! Dealing with this for too long and wondering how could I give the person a whole new personality. Like from a narcissist to a spiritual and well introspected and considerate person?
I love this. I totally agree. In my childhood up until I was about 30, I went by my nickname. Now I use my full name most of the time (not among friends), and I feel more like a Queen than a Princess. 😋 It definitely affects my actions and behaviors in my life.
I remember that I did this in school. With this, I became the best student. I was thinking about doing it again, but it doesn’t help me now and the downside of the alter ego was too extreme for me. I think the problem is that I created a version which was in some parts too far away from who I really am and I also didn’t stop when I was at home. It was conflicting. But I kept some of the things which fitted who I really am and they help me up until today and now I am still always the best in every education course. But I am not wearing what I did in school. Back then, everyone thought I would be a teacher. Now, I wear funny shirts at home and with friends, I am soft, goofy and bold again, but when I am in a professional environment, you can’t even imagine that I understand jokes and I rarely speak about anything not work related. I am smiling politely, but that’s it. While my friends see me as the most caring, chaotic and very funny person, my colleagues say I am nice, efficient, but boring. Unfortunately, I lack a bit in assertiveness at work, but my impression is that it’s more a cultural thing and less related to my personality. A woman’s opinion is less worth than a man‘s (I am usually the only woman).
When I was younger I had a job where I had a fake name. Soon the entire little town knew me as this fake name. And I felt so much more confident. Because Bella could be whatever she wants. My name is Chelsey and I'm usually shy and uncertain and insecure. While Bella was going to chew you out stand up for herself, speak up, make space. I miss Bella. It's funny as I was thinking of this earlier. And I looked up that song by Halsey with lyrics about "I don't owe you a goddamn thing".
I just realized two of my granddaughters have alter egos! I never understood it at first but now I'm used to it. When they are that character their facial expressions change and become exerated and their voice changes! Mostly they're kind of goofy and silly but funny. Their characters have names too. They have been doing this since they were very young. Actors do this all of the time...they become another person with a different look and a different name! Suddenly it all makes sense to me! Actors have to be able to change their personalities quickly with clothing and makeup!
It’s really interesting! Alter ago would work for me because environment influences my behaviour a lot, specifically I am not the same person in my country/society comparing to what I was when I lived in another country. And what if the alter ego is the real ego? Good question. Definitely you won’t be able to mimic that ego if it weren’t yourself , at least part of it
As someone who would describe herself in the exact same way you mention (shy but outgoing elsewhere), this is perfect for someone like me. Especially walking into every dance class when I have to channel a whole different energy, not the perfect 1st class student, but a high-energy street dancer. Thank you so much :)
I was so painfully shy as a child and young adult as my family was very abusive. When I got away from anyone in that circle I could do public speaking, charity fundraising and so on. Put me in the midst of people connected to my family and I start to blush and stammer. Now I no longer feel like I need to apologise for simply breathing :)
This coming on the heels of a deep meditation I had two days ago. And the song “Good-bye to Sandra Dee” going around in my head. The universe put this video in my feed for a reason and I am here for it! Thank you, Jillz!❤ subbed and dinged!
Truth. Family or "friends" who feel insecure about themselves might try to hold you back when you assert this better dominance over your life. You have to block them out and argue against every falsehood or harmful mentality they try to impose until they finally realize that you are who you are, regardless what they think about it. The people who knew a worse version of yourself tend to be hypocrites for claiming to want the best for you while trying to impede what's necessary to make that real. You don't necessarily have to abandon them, but you might need major emotional distance from them so you can protect your evolving, vulnerable psyche long enough to harden into your unshakable psychological identity. Human minds are like computers in that words can--subliminally or overtly--program us, despite knowing it is happening. The most powerful computers in the world rely upon sound cybersecurity practices to prevent malware from corrupting their data. This practice doesn't mean that anything you tell yourself about external phenomena will magically become true, but it does mean you can control at least some parts of your mind and behaviors with some self programming.
When you were talking about Ashley, I thought you were talking about me! I had a dream of becoming a pop star and music is my passion! Because of stage fright and low self-esteem, I felt not good enough and kept blaming my failure on circumstances. It was surprising that it's Halsey! Thanks for this video, it was eye-opening for me! I'm going to start again! I'm 32 by the way!
Absolutely love this. For years I refrained from being myself due to the fear of judgment. I've come to grow and embrace who I truly am, but there is still significant room to grow, and this idea will certainly help me get there. Thank you so much for sharing this!
Hello my name is Michael, and my alter Ego name is Debra which is my subconscious mind I Am very in love with her sometimes I feel like just converting into her permanently I feel at times feminine I love feeling the feminine energy of a woman now I observe other women closely and their demeanor what's your take on it? Sincerely Debra ♥️ I feel like I have a female soul?
I love this video presentation I Am a person that loves pantyhose stockings dresses and skirts and desires so bad to paint 🎨 my nails and toes but to do that I would have to terminate my relationship that I'm in now! I'm not getting anything out of it any how lol 😂 I would have to get with Someone else that would understand me And my alter Ego more-or-less Sincerely Debra ❤ I Am a woman existing in a man's body. Debra
No no no no! Please this is dangerous. Why? Because you creating another lower energetic "alter ego" self that is open to being take over by evil entities. Connect to you TRUE SELF. We all have true selves within ourselves. Focus on this self within meditation. Say "I am strongly focused on my true self, I ask you to come forth and guide me". Listen to you intuition on this. Look at these women such as "sasha feirce". This is an negative woman who sold her soul, and works for evil now. sorry just saying. That whole industry is wrong! It gives us a false idea of what we should be. . You don't want to do this, because this will lead you down the wrong path. There is a true path, and a true energetic you that has INFINITE strength, power and energy. Say this" I love myself", I honour myself, I trust myself, I value myself, I believe in myself"! I can assure you this will feel better.
I did something similar to help with exercise. I hated exercising and always wanted to stop short of my goals. I felt like a personal trainer would call me lazy and pathetic, but once I switched it around and imagined myself as a personal trainer who was trying to motivate another person to achieve her workout goals, it somehow became easier. Now I feel like I'm the one who's fit and energetic and some other imaginary person is the one who's tired and wants to quit but I'm always there to help her.
Lol, this is very similar to what happens, in those whom develop Dissociative Identity Disorder/Multiple Personality Disorder, such as myself. Sure, it has caused some hinderance, though, being able to switch between “alters”/personalities is an incredibly valuable trait, also. In every interaction, I evaluate what “alter” personality is more appropriate, for said interaction. I am an integrated “system,” so, I don’t see ‘em as separate from my core identity, or require any specific name, other than my own. I can feel the switch behind my eyes, when it happens. I, simply, imagine traits of what I think the ideal woman is, tell myself those are the traits I desire to integrate - and I unconsciously begin to integrate ‘em. Sometimes it happens almost instantly, sometimes, it takes time. Though, it always plays out, to my benefit. There has been a struggle in getting clear in who I desire to become, because of learned limiting beliefs. However, I’ve always known everything is working in my favor, no matter how dire or tragic the situation. So, even when I have those doubts and such - I don’t have those doubts. Meaning, I know it’s merely a biological response to past programming, and it is necessary for me to process what is coming up, in order to move beyond it. And in such an event, I get to learn more life lessons, and the integration of my desired traits begin to take place. I’ve always seen life like a video game (and I don’t even hardly play ‘em).. I can create whatever character I desire, to play this game called “Life.” And it’s a matter of getting clear of what kind of character I wanna play. I’ve thought this way since childhood, on my own accord - so, it’s intriguing to see this thought process reaching people en masse.
Really powerful information! This is something I did without even realizing it, and when I was younger it helped me move past many challenges! Thank you so much! Sending you lots of love and light! 💚
Thank you for sharing your amazing tale. I began my journey to reinvent myself a year ago, and I'm now living healthier, more confident, and stronger, earning six figures, and having time to enjoy family and friends. I'm happier now because I'm living my life for myself. This is to encourage someone that "you may start whenever you want to have a reset, it's worth it!" I'm trying to keep growing since it's a journey❤️❤️❤️
@@melbavic23712 Alter your thinking, read self-help books, broaden your knowledge, budget and avoid impulse spending, save, take your finances seriously, eat properly, exercise your body, meditate; the list goes on... I hope you find it beneficial.
@@monica64340 l learned to be frugal, spending as little as possible, saving and paying myself first by investing, making plans, growing passive income, reading a lot of finance books, and sticking to my plan consistently.:)
Yes!!!! This is amazing, I grew up in Hollywood and was a child actor so I learned this from a young age. Now, as an adult hitting my mid life, I’m changing course and I’ve been thinking about alter egos. I have several. I need a new one for the specific dark night I’m currently navigating. Thank you for this!
Great video! This reminds me of when I worked in the corporate world and I had to wear suits. They always felt like a costume but it helped me separate my personal and professional life and maintain boundaries. I even had coworkers comment when they saw me outside of work on how different I was. It was my corporate alter ego versus my true relaxed casual self.
For me, my alter ego is White Gold, Stella Monroe or Thayse. They all represent who I am when I feel safe: outgoing, radiantly happy, non-judgmental, good sense of humour, very gentle and feminine. This is my “woman” identity, and I’m happy that as an adult, I’ve created relationships with people in my community who keep Thayse alive effortlessly.
Does an alter ego shows up when we are in a special moments only or it's like a highest version of ourselves that everyday (even at home) we think and do what they (the alter ego) would do ? I am kind of scared that whenever I am not my alter ego, I would dislike myself and feel shitty about me and my real name
i swear i’m in alignment with your videos! thank you again jillz. this is SO helpful and just what i needed to listen to to really get in touch with her! ✨💕😌
Thank you so much Jillz, this idea was just what i needed. Started using my new alter ego Enola today, its amazing already seeing results and feeling different! I'm finally becoming the one i have always feared to be! Again thank you so much for giving me this opportunity! Much love to you
I’m a very fan of Lady Gaga (Stefani Germanotta). She also has an Alter Ego: in fact, “Lady Gaga” is THE alter ego of Stefani. She was shy, had a lot of insecurities, but when she reinvented herself as “Lady Gaga”, she became VERY FAMOUS. She started to believe in herself, stopped being shy, and developed self confidence! And she also has more than one alter ego, but for professional purposes. That’s what I wanna do with myself. And I think I already created this Alter Ego I truly want to be. But I need to practice more, and do the things you said to be successful. I want to be my best version EVER, to have my best qualities and finally start to develop the self-confidence I currently don’t have to finally be able to SING PERFECTLY in front of people! (Yes I’m in a music school) I think it’s really important, not because it’s some kind of “art” or “acting” (because it’s not even acting). This is not pretending to be someone else, or creating a “character”. This is real. Period 💅!!!
I love this concept. I have done this in a slightly different way, imagining I am a real life person I admire. Who I embody depends on the situation I am dissatisfied with. Like I imagine that person switched consciousness with me, Freaky Friday style, and she wouldn’t put up with this mess or be lazy, etc. But I’m going to try to create a unique alter ego that embodies all the best traits of all the women I admire.
First and foremost, I love your videos. I am learning so much about my own femininity and I feel more safe to do so since I came across your youtube channel. I am also, low key loving that chair in the background because I have one too. ❤ Mine is a dark blue, but I love that soft pink, too. Thank you for the videos. Love them!
This is so funny, because I have used this method for so long as a teacher. I have my teacher self and my every day self. Stretching that practice to my every day life is very intriguing.
Jillz, that's so helpful! I often watch your videos at least a couple of times cause they're that valuable. Thank you for all the examples, it really changed my perspective on things❤
I love what you´re saying it´s all so true. Freddie Mercury did the exact same thing. He was born as Farrokh Bulsara but then changed his name to Freddie Mercury and started behaving and looking like a star. He even told people he´s going to be a legend. And it became true. So I strongly believe in it. Also I often did this alter ego thing unconsciously even as a child when I had to do something exciting where I felt my real self can´t do it. So until today I just imagine to be someone else in this situations and it has always worked for me. Thank you for this video I always thought I´m the only one and completely crazy.
You should write a book. You would do well. You would also make a good therapist. You explain things in a way that is relatable and easy to understand too many.
LOVE Listen to you at Speed 0.75 so I can ACTUALLY HEAR You & this Great Wisdom instead of 'Normal' Speed where you sound like you're On Speed! By slowing it down-25% you actually sound "Normal". Beautiful Young Lady, Thank you for sharing! Please don't take offense to this, but try it! Listen to your self & in regards to this topic and ask yourself "Why do I feel like I need to rush speaking?" You're a Goddess, you can speak un rushed, you're worth it! ❤ You're Welcome 🌸
This. This is the "functional" application of the coping strategy that becomes DID/OSDD in extreme trauma situations. I have been in and out of therapy my entire adult life trying to heal from the trauma that took place in my childhood. When I "become" the person that the therapist thinks I need to be, I am "cured/healed," and am finished with that "round" of therapy. Except I don't really "become" that healthy and whole person bc I have convinced myself that I am "damaged goods" and will always be "broken." I have developed several "alter egos" over the years (no, I don't have DID/OSDD, but I do dissociate in stressful situations at times, and my brain separates the emotional component of traumatic events from the event itself, kind of like I am watching a movie), and without discussing it with my husband, he asked me one day if I realized I had so many different "looks" (meaning the way I dress, do my hair and makeup, and even facial expressions and how I carry myself). I didn't realize it was that obvious. So I guess what I need to do now is figure out how to pull the best traits from each "personality" and put them together to "create" Susan 2.0, and lean into that identity so that I can finally truly be the healthy, happy, and whole "lady" I have always wanted to be but until now have been unable to achieve (and yes, I am choosing my words carefully, they are containers for power). Thank you for sharing this information in a way that makes sense. This 20 minute video has helped me about as much as 6 months of therapy. Therapy has helped me identify and name the coping strategy and how it has had a negative impact. You have given me ways to flip it and use it in a positive way since it is something my brain already knows how to do. I don't have to learn about and how to use a new tool, I can use one I'm already familiar with in a different way.
Thank you for making this video Jillz! This concept has put words to a lot of things I’ve been mulling over recently. An alter ego seems like such a playful way of levelling up your self concept. Like the kids pretending to be Batman, making something a game it takes so much of the resistance out of it! I’ve been playing with the idea of personal style as ‘costume design’ for the character I’d like to embody 💅 I’m excited to try this with an alter ego. What would SHE wear today? 👀 Have fun everyone!! 🌸
I think it is important to be a bit cautious about who you recommend this techinique to, it might be a good idea to point out that, for people with ongoing mental health issues, trauma or psychiatric diagnosis, this could potentially be a bad idea. Because of the fact that they can have difficulties reaching that clarity that you mention, and to "create" the alter-ego in the right way.
I started living under my alter ego not too long ago, and I'll be honest with you: It really does work to help you become your truest self. I do, however, have a warning to issue before you create your truest self: There may well be people in your life who will try to call you out on it, and will try everything in their power to invalidate your new you and call you "fake". No not listen to them. They are simply either envious of your successes, or scared your new you will shine light on the fakeness they hold within themselves. In other words, if they have any problem with your new you, they really just have problems with themselves. Cut them out of your life and never look back if they stand to threaten your best you from shining.
My ,alter ego’ was kind of assigned to me after I moved to another country with different language and people mispronouncing my name. First it felt weird, but after almost 6 years now - I like this version of my name even more, and I introduce myself only like this now. Thought it was to do with the name - but actually I love this version of myself more. And isn’t it also a key to manifesting - feeling it as true, and then seeing your reality shift? amazing concept and so excited to try doing it more consciously. Thank you for the video!
This is a powerful concept that I've used several times in my life. I've changed who I am, lost weight, improved my personal style, changed how I interact with people, etc all through a variety of catalysts. When I was in high school taking trips over the summer to Europe or other states for weeks at a time without family helped me make huge changes. It forced me to interact with the world with different ways. When I turned 20 I changed my name and I began carrying myself differently, improved my personal style, and really thrived. Then when I moved across country I changed yet again... although this last change while on one hand good also came with a lot of bad baggage. The interesting thing is that each time I did these things before, I unknowingly changed for the better. But at this point in time, I know how this trick works. And I am in deep need of more transformation but it's almost like figuring out that the pill you've taken is a placebo. It just stops working.
I am experiencing something similar to this at this time!! It’s like… I know what I can do to change (I’ve also applied this method to change in the past - very successfully I might add) and now I just CANT. And I’m not sure why. Maybe I need to examine my stories again…
This video really opened my eyes a little bit. Even though I'm in my early 20s , I know that what I've always wanted was something lasting in a relationship (I.e marriage!) and I've always dreamed of being not just a beautiful independent woman but also a good wife and a good mother... I was actually making an new account for something a few days ago and instead of using my surname I used name + my future husband's surname ❤ (even though we literally just got engaged 😂 ). There was just something about it that small action ❤ this video is the little sign I needed to help me realize that i should give myself permission to embody my ideal self in this new phase of my life RIGHT NOW. No more self-doubting! I'm so excited to see how it goes :)
How we self-identify is *the* single most powerful driver of our behaviours. I’d love to shift to more of a “CEO” character. My frustration is that I’m “too nice.” So I struggle with being a bad boss b*tch (so to speak!) without being a b*tch… Ya feel me? Any help / advice welcome 🙏🏼 Love this video Jillz! Would love to see more of this ❤
I believe I had an alter ego when I was younger, she was the strength, fighter and protector in me when I felt deep down I was a broken weak nobody. My alter ego got me through so many challenges and gave me memorable experiences. When I was drunk I would tell everyone my name was Emma. It almost felt like 'fake it till you make it', but now I have those qualities in me naturally without so much of the ego. Emma is now gone.
When I first clicked on this video, I immediately rolled my eyes, thinking it was encouraging people to be fake and act like someone they are not. So glad I listened to the whole video. This is amazing advice and has already given me hope and courage to break out of the shell of myself I've been living in for the past 15 years, thank you, new subscriber here 👋 ❤
I truly truly love it and will try it. I already chose a nickname for my ulter ego personality, Alevtina. Will follow the rest of your advice soon❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
You could not have been more on time for me with this video. I was having trouble with accepting an identity I know is screaming at me to step into. Thank you.
A work I introduce myself in the context of my employer and recently told a coworker that when I'm doing my roll I often pretend I'm a different version of myself. When I was getting back into dating, I went by a shortened version of my name because I also felt like it represented who I wanted to show up as. In both settings I've achieved more than I would have thought. I get this alter-ego thing. Sort of fascinating.
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THAT is not TRUE, Beyonce, have two sisters that made-up Destiny, So, she NEVER needs to reinvent herself. Has the group become Famous they breakup then she hook-up with J-z,
I really appreciate you ❤️ I'm learning from you 😊 thanks 🙏
Omg I did this YEARS ago when I quit smoking! I had tried to quit dozens of times and it never stuck. The last time I quit, I decided to call myself a non-smoker, rather than an ex-smoker. My theory was that a non smoker would NEVER be tempted by a cigarette, but an ex smoker would always be tempted on some level. And it was still really REALLY hard to quit, but whenever someone was smoking around me or offering me a cigarette, I told myself I was a non smoker, therfore obviously I didn't want a cigarette. 😊
Ahh yes! I did this when I was trying to overhaul my diet to be healthier! It worked!!
@@JillzGuerin I love it! I'm doing that right now. I feel like there are two versions of me- one that sits on the couch and eats Doordash and feels greasy and sluggish, and the other one who LOVES exercising and doing intermittent fasting and feels AMAZING! And there is LITERALLY no overlap between the two. So I'm just focusing on how good it feels to be healthy and strong, and the extra weight is just MELTING off me with NO effort!! 😁
I love this and I did exactly the same! It works! 🙂
I love this and I'm totally trying it! I was the "old me" yesterday and ordered a huge pasta from Ubereats and felt like shit all day, today I was "Skye" and just had 1 healthy meal and fasted.😮
Allen carr has a book called easy way to quit smoking. That’s how I quit smoking. He mentioned in the book exactly what you just said. Remember back when you were a non smoker, you never needed a cig or was tempted. It was only after you smoked your first then you got the craving to want to smoke over and over
Yesss🙌 The best advice I was ever told is don't ask "how can I do this" ask "who do I need to become to be able to do this". I have used this idea throughout my life in many ways; to start taking better care of my fitness, overcome shyness with men and alleviate social anxiety. I don't ask "how?" I ask "who?"... and it works!
Love that perspective!!
LOVE THIS 🎉
omg i LOVE THIS. writing this down for sure! thank you for sharing!!
I love this idea ❤
You know what, I just realized something - I think this is why I enjoy traveling so much, especially on my own. I tap into my confident, mysterious alter ego and imagine everyone I meet perceives me in that way…
Edit: guys. I took it too far... a friend I met abroad just told me her husband thinks I might be a CIA agent 💀
and why I love learning languages!!! I unlock different versions of myself. this is making so much sense
Giiiirl you sound like my soul sister ☺️ cause I absolutely LOVE traveling solo, living in other countries and learning languages!! I realized this a while back, but it clicked again while watching this video… When I speak Spanish / French, I go by Raquel / Rachelle. I become that culturally personified character as a natural way of identifying as a Spanish or French speaker. Connecting these dots also made me realize how much I adore acting, which is in essence, creating and identifying with an alter ego 😎🙌
@@pickmeupstix 😭❤🥰
You all are my tribe! I also travel solo and imagine everyone sees my life as a whirlwind novel!
@@pickmeupstix curious how speaking French changes you? 😅
I am such a Francophile and want to learn French so bad! 😂
I LOVE this idea!!!! When I’m in a really bad rut of depression and lack of motivation, I’ll summon my alter ego “Shamaya” ..She’s a bad ass woman who keeps her house clean, handles her business, gets her to do lists done and works out. It helps so much after a week and then I slowly adapt those changes into a routine. I even made a Pinterest board for motivation as “Shamaya.” Nothing weird about it. Whatever we can do to lift our spirits!!!
Love that and love that name 🔥
go shamaya 🙌
I love this so much! How do you “summon” her?
The Pinterest board idea is genius!
I want to break out of my devastating depression, but I have no idea how to get myself started. It’s so hard just to get going most of the time.
When I played Dungeons and Dragons, I accidentally created the highest version of myself in the form of a character I created. She was very feminine and sexual (bards ya know) but she also was self sacrificing and heroic - dying for her friends. I started torealize there were things I could do as Kassandra that I didn't feel comfortable doing as Justina. I had a broken sense of my self as a woman, and Kassandra did not. What really hit home for me was when I went to the store and kept looking at pretty clothes saying "Oh! This is SO Kassandra!" What I meant was... I really like this pretty thing! But it wasn't Ok for ME to like, but for Kassandra it was.
Now, I'm a couple years removed from playing that character in game, but rather embodying womanhood for myself and tapping into my feminine energy because of what I realized playing that character in game.
Damn, I love tabletop gaming for experiences like this. Thanks for sharing.
@Justina Anderson. That is pretty cool 😎. I’m a D&D DM (playing the game off & on since 1980).
What you say is quite true: the game enables a person to “assume a new persona” that is quite different than their “real world” self.
This ability (and practice) of creativity/imagination enables a person to mentally “displace” themself from their current real-life circumstances and think of other ways to behave, react, and problem solve (and not face real life, potential non-acceptance or other repercussions).
Taken further, honing this skill enables a person to then naturally become more creatively imaginative in dealing with real-life situations/challenges, whether internal or external.
Here’s wishing you a “natural 20” roll on your next saving throw! 🍻 😊
That is kinda scary, some vtubers do this and make those characters as themselves but actually arent
Yessss. Reminds me a lot of how in middle school I was super depressed and had a low self esteem so I played RuneScape all the time…
I lived vicariously through my character in the game. 🙂
Autumnflurry was super popular, outgoing, had boundaries, self worth, confidence, etc… Everything I didn’t have in my life back then.
Now I feel like I embody those things as a grown woman 🥰 But that past self definitely helped mold me into the person I am today as I started to realize I could be those things IRL. 💕
that's a deep reflexion! Thanks for sharing!
This is one of the channels that gave me the courage to start my TH-cam channel 2 months ago about self development. Now I have 141 subs and almost 75 hours of watch time. I know it’s not comparable with others but I’m still proud I started because I’ve been learning so many lessons that I couldn’t have learned without getting started in the 1st place.
I just subscribed!! 🙌🏼 Good luck to you!
@@alittlebitofmary Whoever you are, I don't know you personally but I can say that you're one of the non-judgmental and open-minded people who is not fixated on tangible or external factors in order to learn from someone like me. Just because someone doesn't have a piece of paper as a credential, doesn't mean that person is not entitled to share personal experiences with the hope & intention to inspire others. Keep up with whatever it is that you're doing to improve mankind or improving your life even to a slight degree each day. This is just one part of a bigger puzzle for creating my TH-cam channel about holistic health. I literally could have died back when I was 14 years old due to major depression but here I am right now replying to you, a TH-camr, who's full of fulfillment and dedication to help others to be a better version of themselves. I ain't better than anyone else but my old self. That's all that really makes this TH-cam thing more meaningful and enjoyable. Thanks so much for your support! I am hoping that you can join me with this endless personal development journey! :)
Last fall I took language classes in Spain and noticed that I was a different person when I spoke in Spanish, in a way Spanish helped me see the world differently, to think differently and to even build a whole new set of mannerisms. I’ve been thinking of moving to Spain ever since and I guess I liked that version of myself!
i have also noticed that
this makes so much sense to me
yes exactly ! I had the same experience with learning Turkish , so romantic !
SAme thing happened for me with Italian...I felt like a different woman when I was there. She was way cooler.
I had that when I was learning English! I ended up moving for a study program in English just to feel like that more often. But now that I've been speaking it for 10+ years I feel like I contaminated my English with my insecurities. Time to learn a new language I guess.
Whenever I'm in a rut, or feeling lazy, or incompetent, I pretend I'm Amal Clooney (someone I think has it all together all of the time, and plus I love her personal style). Doing that puts me in a completely different state of mind and I'm able to do whatever I need to get done and feel good about myself too
If you think about it, accepting to live our lives with our insecure and broken selves is way crazier than embracing a new perspective of who we are and act in accordance to that new version of ourselves.
But why embrace something that has been essentially manufactured by your internal monologue when it’s that monologue which is broken not you? Embracing something which damages or hurts you makes no sense.
I'm fucking baffled with the self toxicity of this video and so many commenters 🤦♀️
We are just unlocking our full potential by “tricking our brains”. It is still us achieving these goals, and the more we provide evidence to ourselves that we are capable of these things, the less we need the alter ego.
Ive been doing this for a few years now at work! If it weren’t for my alter ego persona idk if I would even have a job. She goes by my middle name. Super feminine and gets things done! And she always wears green for some reason. I get kind of misty eyed thinking I have to do this to stay employed, but I’m glad to hear I’m not the only one. Thanks for the tips.
Love your channel. 🦋
Wow, this is a little nuts. Last night after a sweaty workout, I did my makeup and hair right before my shower, just for funsies (I usually don't wear more than mascara and foundation). I knew I would just wash it right off so there was no pressure to look good for anyone else. I really liked how it turned out and it made me feel good about myself. As I was in the shower, I thought to myself, "I could make an alter ego version of me who wears make up and feels pretty and confident." Now it doesn't sound so crazy, so maybe I will actually do it 😅
Watching this video again and all of a sudden it's resonating with me on a deeper level 🦋💙💫😌
Doing this now in sobriety. Telling myself I’m an ex drinker and I’m allergic to alcohol so why would I have it ☺️👍
“MY MASK ALLOWED ME TO BE MYSELF COMPLETELY, NO SHAME.” - THE RIDDLER
I came across a video on tiktok a day ago about how being delusional helps you manifest what you want in life so I went onto pinterest and started a new board with things I (my higher delusional self) would do/behave. Then I got a notification that you uploaded this video and I was shocked because what a crazt alignment this is! I love how this video has affected my perspective in much deeper way and I love that I can use this video as a check point to see how much I've transformed.
Ah yay perfect timing!!! It’s such an interesting topic! I think the whole “being delusional” thing is just one way we can release the things holding us back 💕💕
This is, also, changing One’s own “self-concept” - something taught by the late and great Neville Goddard.
This is like killing off your old self, to shift to your ideal life, I've heard it working before, changing your name/alter ego just makes it work better ❤
I remember doing this decades ago when I started a new school. I was tired of being the shy awkward girl and I realised that all the new people I was meeting did not know me, so I could be anything or anyone I wanted at the new school
This reminds me of the “cool girl” monologue in the book/movie “gone girl” the author Gillian Flynn actually used it as a writing exercise but it turned out so well it made became an iconic part of the story
so basically this personality of who I want to be is perfectly my own identity because I created it and therefore I'm not pretending to be someone else????
Guess what sister. That's called delusion. Now, there is nothing wrong with improving yourself. It's normal to look up to someone you consider successful. But this inner monologue personality? It's not you, it's an image you fabricated that you want to attain. It's NOT healthy.
Know yourself, and change the "problem" parts of yourself to the best of your abilities. But I know firsthand it's inhuman to force yourself to live a lie. Accept yourself and then decide what could be improved.
This was actually very helpful and what I needed. I just recently had a conversation with my partner who advised me whenever I overthink and have thoughts that are holding me back to just try and isolate these thoughts in a bubble and observe them from a third person view like they are not in my mind anymore. And I feel like the me observing them OUTSIDE my mind would be my alter ego as opposed to if these thoughts were IN my head then it would just be my regular self-doubting self again. It's interesting to think about it like that 😄 Keep up the good work, I enjoy watching your content! 🤗
Totally! And observing things from outside my mind has helped me a ton!
I just learned that yesterday to interrupt negative thoughts. I think it was called “cognitive defusion” it helped me TODAY, so that’s a win !
I have an issue with alteregos,it’s a form of dissociation and might be the reason why many celebrities end up killing them selves because it was never really their essence that performed but a fake character. Psychological wholeness and a self well aligned and healed of past wounds will get you more permanent and happy shifts than a psychological distant self from your identity. But towards the ended of the video you’ve integrated this issue quite well on how to use this as an archetype, so will definitely take notes towards my therapist training as well!
Not totally true i found my alter ego when i was on the verge of suicide and was very introverted , depressed and insecure and i didn't even create him . My alter ego appeared out of nowhere and started changing my life . At beginning my encounter was like someone else is living in my head who laughs at my miserable life and it felt like someone who is totally opposite of me he was extroverted , confident , bold and stoic person who smiles always .
It started fixing my life and my weak parts and now he teached me to smile always even during my downfall and made me bold and confident like himself
The only cons of it was i became too attached to my alter ego that if something bad happens in my life and i cant feel his presence i get depressed to breaking point
Wow, eye opening content! I've learned so much in the last few weeks, binge watching all of your videos! I now treat myself with respect, something that I do absolutly to everbody but myself... until now... and I unconciously created my alter ego, a happy, healthy, amazing woman.. thanks jillz!
Ahhh yay!!! I love to hear that!! ❤️❤️❤️
I actually used this on someone else and it’s working. This person caused so much drama and stress in my life, I was triggered every time I had to communicate with them. I decided to recreate them, I call them by their middle name (in my head) and gave them a whole new personality. I’m so much calmer now.
How interesting! I’d love to know more about this tactic! Dealing with this for too long and wondering how could I give the person a whole new personality. Like from a narcissist to a spiritual and well introspected and considerate person?
Looool, if you have BPD I highly dont recommend doing this. Like at all.
I love this. I totally agree. In my childhood up until I was about 30, I went by my nickname. Now I use my full name most of the time (not among friends), and I feel more like a Queen than a Princess. 😋 It definitely affects my actions and behaviors in my life.
Love that! Ya it totally changes the way you show up in the world 💕
Me to👍😊
I remember that I did this in school. With this, I became the best student. I was thinking about doing it again, but it doesn’t help me now and the downside of the alter ego was too extreme for me. I think the problem is that I created a version which was in some parts too far away from who I really am and I also didn’t stop when I was at home. It was conflicting. But I kept some of the things which fitted who I really am and they help me up until today and now I am still always the best in every education course. But I am not wearing what I did in school. Back then, everyone thought I would be a teacher. Now, I wear funny shirts at home and with friends, I am soft, goofy and bold again, but when I am in a professional environment, you can’t even imagine that I understand jokes and I rarely speak about anything not work related. I am smiling politely, but that’s it. While my friends see me as the most caring, chaotic and very funny person, my colleagues say I am nice, efficient, but boring. Unfortunately, I lack a bit in assertiveness at work, but my impression is that it’s more a cultural thing and less related to my personality. A woman’s opinion is less worth than a man‘s (I am usually the only woman).
Alter ego is cool way of saying demon possession...good luck with that.
When I was younger I had a job where I had a fake name. Soon the entire little town knew me as this fake name. And I felt so much more confident. Because Bella could be whatever she wants. My name is Chelsey and I'm usually shy and uncertain and insecure. While Bella was going to chew you out stand up for herself, speak up, make space.
I miss Bella.
It's funny as I was thinking of this earlier. And I looked up that song by Halsey with lyrics about "I don't owe you a goddamn thing".
I just realized two of my granddaughters have alter egos! I never understood it at first but now I'm used to it. When they are that character their facial expressions change and become exerated and their voice changes! Mostly they're kind of goofy and silly but funny. Their characters have names too. They have been doing this since they were very young.
Actors do this all of the time...they become another person with a different look and a different name! Suddenly it all makes sense to me! Actors have to be able to change their personalities quickly with clothing and makeup!
It’s really interesting! Alter ago would work for me because environment influences my behaviour a lot, specifically I am not the same person in my country/society comparing to what I was when I lived in another country. And what if the alter ego is the real ego? Good question. Definitely you won’t be able to mimic that ego if it weren’t yourself , at least part of it
As someone who would describe herself in the exact same way you mention (shy but outgoing elsewhere), this is perfect for someone like me. Especially walking into every dance class when I have to channel a whole different energy, not the perfect 1st class student, but a high-energy street dancer. Thank you so much :)
I was so painfully shy as a child and young adult as my family was very abusive. When I got away from anyone in that circle I could do public speaking, charity fundraising and so on. Put me in the midst of people connected to my family and I start to blush and stammer. Now I no longer feel like I need to apologise for simply breathing :)
This coming on the heels of a deep meditation I had two days ago. And the song “Good-bye to Sandra Dee” going around in my head. The universe put this video in my feed for a reason and I am here for it! Thank you, Jillz!❤ subbed and dinged!
Truth. Family or "friends" who feel insecure about themselves might try to hold you back when you assert this better dominance over your life. You have to block them out and argue against every falsehood or harmful mentality they try to impose until they finally realize that you are who you are, regardless what they think about it. The people who knew a worse version of yourself tend to be hypocrites for claiming to want the best for you while trying to impede what's necessary to make that real. You don't necessarily have to abandon them, but you might need major emotional distance from them so you can protect your evolving, vulnerable psyche long enough to harden into your unshakable psychological identity.
Human minds are like computers in that words can--subliminally or overtly--program us, despite knowing it is happening. The most powerful computers in the world rely upon sound cybersecurity practices to prevent malware from corrupting their data.
This practice doesn't mean that anything you tell yourself about external phenomena will magically become true, but it does mean you can control at least some parts of your mind and behaviors with some self programming.
When you were talking about Ashley, I thought you were talking about me! I had a dream of becoming a pop star and music is my passion! Because of stage fright and low self-esteem, I felt not good enough and kept blaming my failure on circumstances. It was surprising that it's Halsey! Thanks for this video, it was eye-opening for me! I'm going to start again! I'm 32 by the way!
Woohoo! We're all rooting for you!! ❤🎉
@@thelexinator Thank you ❤
Make vedio on feminine superpower how to actually use our feminine power
Omg great idea! I'd wanna learn that 😊💕
I have an old video on this but I need to do an updated one soon!! 💕
Isn’t this dissociative identity disorder?
I love the concept of this book. I like to think it of it as well as "altar" ego. Your best self. And an altar is really a focus tool.
Whenever I go out and I dress different than usual I am so much more confident! Because I dress like I'm someone else.
Absolutely love this. For years I refrained from being myself due to the fear of judgment. I've come to grow and embrace who I truly am, but there is still significant room to grow, and this idea will certainly help me get there. Thank you so much for sharing this!
Hello my name is Michael, and my alter Ego name is Debra which is my subconscious mind I Am very in love with her sometimes I feel like just converting into her permanently I feel at times feminine
I love feeling the feminine energy of a woman now I observe other women closely and their demeanor what's your take on it? Sincerely Debra ♥️ I feel like I have a female soul?
I love this video presentation I Am a person that loves pantyhose stockings dresses and skirts and desires so bad to paint 🎨 my nails and toes but to do that I would have to terminate my relationship that I'm in now! I'm not getting anything out of it any how lol 😂 I would have to get with
Someone else that would understand me
And my alter Ego more-or-less Sincerely Debra ❤
I Am a woman existing in a man's body. Debra
No no no no! Please this is dangerous. Why? Because you creating another lower energetic "alter ego" self that is open to being take over by evil entities. Connect to you TRUE SELF. We all have true selves within ourselves. Focus on this self within meditation. Say "I am strongly focused on my true self, I ask you to come forth and guide me". Listen to you intuition on this. Look at these women such as "sasha feirce". This is an negative woman who sold her soul, and works for evil now. sorry just saying. That whole industry is wrong! It gives us a false idea of what we should be. . You don't want to do this, because this will lead you down the wrong path. There is a true path, and a true energetic you that has INFINITE strength, power and energy. Say this" I love myself", I honour myself, I trust myself, I value myself, I believe in myself"! I can assure you this will feel better.
You are best girl best youtuber i ever seen ❤
what if my alter ego wants to start a fight club?
Yea I'm pretty sure Halsey slept her way to the top.
Please don’t victim blame women for male abuse …. Especially In with all the positives, it could be very damaging.
love this idea - there's a reason why even the most successful believe in "fake it til you make it". great video as always jillz 😊
Yup a bunch of mental patients listening to other mental patient . Yup
I did something similar to help with exercise. I hated exercising and always wanted to stop short of my goals. I felt like a personal trainer would call me lazy and pathetic, but once I switched it around and imagined myself as a personal trainer who was trying to motivate another person to achieve her workout goals, it somehow became easier. Now I feel like I'm the one who's fit and energetic and some other imaginary person is the one who's tired and wants to quit but I'm always there to help her.
Lol, this is very similar to what happens, in those whom develop Dissociative Identity Disorder/Multiple Personality Disorder, such as myself. Sure, it has caused some hinderance, though, being able to switch between “alters”/personalities is an incredibly valuable trait, also. In every interaction, I evaluate what “alter” personality is more appropriate, for said interaction.
I am an integrated “system,” so, I don’t see ‘em as separate from my core identity, or require any specific name, other than my own.
I can feel the switch behind my eyes, when it happens.
I, simply, imagine traits of what I think the ideal woman is, tell myself those are the traits I desire to integrate - and I unconsciously begin to integrate ‘em.
Sometimes it happens almost instantly, sometimes, it takes time.
Though, it always plays out, to my benefit.
There has been a struggle in getting clear in who I desire to become, because of learned limiting beliefs. However, I’ve always known everything is working in my favor, no matter how dire or tragic the situation. So, even when I have those doubts and such - I don’t have those doubts.
Meaning, I know it’s merely a biological response to past programming, and it is necessary for me to process what is coming up, in order to move beyond it.
And in such an event, I get to learn more life lessons, and the integration of my desired traits begin to take place.
I’ve always seen life like a video game (and I don’t even hardly play ‘em)..
I can create whatever character I desire, to play this game called “Life.” And it’s a matter of getting clear of what kind of character I wanna play.
I’ve thought this way since childhood, on my own accord - so, it’s intriguing to see this thought process reaching people en masse.
Really powerful information! This is something I did without even realizing it, and when I was younger it helped me move past many challenges! Thank you so much! Sending you lots of love and light! 💚
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Thank you for sharing your amazing tale. I began my journey to reinvent myself a year ago, and I'm now living healthier, more confident, and stronger, earning six figures, and having time to enjoy family and friends. I'm happier now because I'm living my life for myself. This is to encourage someone that "you may start whenever you want to have a reset, it's worth it!" I'm trying to keep growing since it's a journey❤️❤️❤️
Congratulations sis! Thank you for inspiring others with your tale; I'd love to learn more from you as well.
@@melbavic23712 Alter your thinking, read self-help books, broaden your knowledge, budget and avoid impulse spending, save, take your finances seriously, eat properly, exercise your body, meditate; the list goes on... I hope you find it beneficial.
@@juliet800 How did you get to six figures? This year, I'm sincerely attempting to improve my own finances.
Congratulations to you Juliet keep it going👍
@@monica64340 l learned to be frugal, spending as little as possible, saving and paying myself first by investing, making plans, growing passive income, reading a lot of finance books, and sticking to my plan consistently.:)
this has COMPLETELY TRANSFORMED by lifeeee!!!!!
Yes!!!! This is amazing, I grew up in Hollywood and was a child actor so I learned this from a young age. Now, as an adult hitting my mid life, I’m changing course and I’ve been thinking about alter egos. I have several. I need a new one for the specific dark night I’m currently navigating. Thank you for this!
Great video! This reminds me of when I worked in the corporate world and I had to wear suits. They always felt like a costume but it helped me separate my personal and professional life and maintain boundaries. I even had coworkers comment when they saw me outside of work on how different I was. It was my corporate alter ego versus my true relaxed casual self.
For me, my alter ego is White Gold, Stella Monroe or Thayse. They all represent who I am when I feel safe: outgoing, radiantly happy, non-judgmental, good sense of humour, very gentle and feminine. This is my “woman” identity, and I’m happy that as an adult, I’ve created relationships with people in my community who keep Thayse alive effortlessly.
Does an alter ego shows up when we are in a special moments only or it's like a highest version of ourselves that everyday (even at home) we think and do what they (the alter ego) would do ? I am kind of scared that whenever I am not my alter ego, I would dislike myself and feel shitty about me and my real name
i swear i’m in alignment with your videos! thank you again jillz. this is SO helpful and just what i needed to listen to to really get in touch with her! ✨💕😌
So glad you liked it!!! 💖💖😘
If I understand you correctly, you're saying we should decide who we're going to be - and be it! I love this 💖
Thank you so much Jillz, this idea was just what i needed. Started using my new alter ego Enola today, its amazing already seeing results and feeling different! I'm finally becoming the one i have always feared to be! Again thank you so much for giving me this opportunity! Much love to you
I’m a very fan of Lady Gaga (Stefani Germanotta). She also has an Alter Ego: in fact, “Lady Gaga” is THE alter ego of Stefani. She was shy, had a lot of insecurities, but when she reinvented herself as “Lady Gaga”, she became VERY FAMOUS. She started to believe in herself, stopped being shy, and developed self confidence! And she also has more than one alter ego, but for professional purposes.
That’s what I wanna do with myself. And I think I already created this Alter Ego I truly want to be. But I need to practice more, and do the things you said to be successful. I want to be my best version EVER, to have my best qualities and finally start to develop the self-confidence I currently don’t have to finally be able to SING PERFECTLY in front of people! (Yes I’m in a music school)
I think it’s really important, not because it’s some kind of “art” or “acting” (because it’s not even acting).
This is not pretending to be someone else, or creating a “character”. This is real. Period 💅!!!
HOW DID YOU KNOW THAT THIS WAS WHAT I NEDDED TO HEAR???? thank youuu ❤❤❤
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I’m pretty sure you just Changed my life! Thanks Jill’s….now for a name🤔
I love this concept. I have done this in a slightly different way, imagining I am a real life person I admire. Who I embody depends on the situation I am dissatisfied with. Like I imagine that person switched consciousness with me, Freaky Friday style, and she wouldn’t put up with this mess or be lazy, etc. But I’m going to try to create a unique alter ego that embodies all the best traits of all the women I admire.
First and foremost, I love your videos. I am learning so much about my own femininity and I feel more safe to do so since I came across your youtube channel. I am also, low key loving that chair in the background because I have one too. ❤ Mine is a dark blue, but I love that soft pink, too. Thank you for the videos. Love them!
Isn't there a danger of relying too much on the alter-ego, losing your true self or developing an actual personality disorder?
Oh yes
This is so funny, because I have used this method for so long as a teacher. I have my teacher self and my every day self. Stretching that practice to my every day life is very intriguing.
Jillz, that's so helpful! I often watch your videos at least a couple of times cause they're that valuable. Thank you for all the examples, it really changed my perspective on things❤
Ah love that! So glad they’re valuable to you! 😘❤️
This reminds me the "higher self", or "future self" for identity work. I'll try it and change my name to Ollie or Olivia :)
Yes exactly!! 💖
I love what you´re saying it´s all so true. Freddie Mercury did the exact same thing. He was born as Farrokh Bulsara but then changed his name to Freddie Mercury and started behaving and looking like a star. He even told people he´s going to be a legend. And it became true. So I strongly believe in it.
Also I often did this alter ego thing unconsciously even as a child when I had to do something exciting where I felt my real self can´t do it. So until today I just imagine to be someone else in this situations and it has always worked for me. Thank you for this video I always thought I´m the only one and completely crazy.
This was exactly what I needed to hear today. Thank you Jillz 💕
You should write a book. You would do well. You would also make a good therapist. You explain things in a way that is relatable and easy to understand too many.
Thank you!! I wanted to be a therapist when I was younger 😊 Maybe one day I’ll write a book!
LOVE Listen to you at Speed 0.75 so I can ACTUALLY HEAR You & this Great Wisdom instead of 'Normal' Speed where you sound like you're On Speed! By slowing it down-25% you actually sound "Normal". Beautiful Young Lady, Thank you for sharing! Please don't take offense to this, but try it! Listen to your self & in regards to this topic and ask yourself "Why do I feel like I need to rush speaking?" You're a Goddess, you can speak un rushed, you're worth it! ❤ You're Welcome 🌸
Me too...0.75 speed
Is anyone else’s mind blown? This is kinda brilliant. 🤯
This. This is the "functional" application of the coping strategy that becomes DID/OSDD in extreme trauma situations. I have been in and out of therapy my entire adult life trying to heal from the trauma that took place in my childhood. When I "become" the person that the therapist thinks I need to be, I am "cured/healed," and am finished with that "round" of therapy. Except I don't really "become" that healthy and whole person bc I have convinced myself that I am "damaged goods" and will always be "broken." I have developed several "alter egos" over the years (no, I don't have DID/OSDD, but I do dissociate in stressful situations at times, and my brain separates the emotional component of traumatic events from the event itself, kind of like I am watching a movie), and without discussing it with my husband, he asked me one day if I realized I had so many different "looks" (meaning the way I dress, do my hair and makeup, and even facial expressions and how I carry myself). I didn't realize it was that obvious. So I guess what I need to do now is figure out how to pull the best traits from each "personality" and put them together to "create" Susan 2.0, and lean into that identity so that I can finally truly be the healthy, happy, and whole "lady" I have always wanted to be but until now have been unable to achieve (and yes, I am choosing my words carefully, they are containers for power). Thank you for sharing this information in a way that makes sense. This 20 minute video has helped me about as much as 6 months of therapy. Therapy has helped me identify and name the coping strategy and how it has had a negative impact. You have given me ways to flip it and use it in a positive way since it is something my brain already knows how to do. I don't have to learn about and how to use a new tool, I can use one I'm already familiar with in a different way.
Thank you for making this video Jillz! This concept has put words to a lot of things I’ve been mulling over recently. An alter ego seems like such a playful way of levelling up your self concept. Like the kids pretending to be Batman, making something a game it takes so much of the resistance out of it!
I’ve been playing with the idea of personal style as ‘costume design’ for the character I’d like to embody 💅 I’m excited to try this with an alter ego. What would SHE wear today? 👀
Have fun everyone!! 🌸
I think it is important to be a bit cautious about who you recommend this techinique to, it might be a good idea to point out that, for people with ongoing mental health issues, trauma or psychiatric diagnosis, this could potentially be a bad idea. Because of the fact that they can have difficulties reaching that clarity that you mention, and to "create" the alter-ego in the right way.
The way she talks with her hands totally reminds me of MrBallen
I started living under my alter ego not too long ago, and I'll be honest with you: It really does work to help you become your truest self. I do, however, have a warning to issue before you create your truest self: There may well be people in your life who will try to call you out on it, and will try everything in their power to invalidate your new you and call you "fake". No not listen to them. They are simply either envious of your successes, or scared your new you will shine light on the fakeness they hold within themselves.
In other words, if they have any problem with your new you, they really just have problems with themselves. Cut them out of your life and never look back if they stand to threaten your best you from shining.
I am a big DnD fan and this makes me want to create an alter ego for myself and "DnD away" the whole day. That sounds amazing.
My ,alter ego’ was kind of assigned to me after I moved to another country with different language and people mispronouncing my name. First it felt weird, but after almost 6 years now - I like this version of my name even more, and I introduce myself only like this now. Thought it was to do with the name - but actually I love this version of myself more. And isn’t it also a key to manifesting - feeling it as true, and then seeing your reality shift? amazing concept and so excited to try doing it more consciously. Thank you for the video!
Seems to me that God has sent you to us
This is a powerful concept that I've used several times in my life. I've changed who I am, lost weight, improved my personal style, changed how I interact with people, etc all through a variety of catalysts. When I was in high school taking trips over the summer to Europe or other states for weeks at a time without family helped me make huge changes. It forced me to interact with the world with different ways. When I turned 20 I changed my name and I began carrying myself differently, improved my personal style, and really thrived. Then when I moved across country I changed yet again... although this last change while on one hand good also came with a lot of bad baggage. The interesting thing is that each time I did these things before, I unknowingly changed for the better. But at this point in time, I know how this trick works. And I am in deep need of more transformation but it's almost like figuring out that the pill you've taken is a placebo. It just stops working.
I am experiencing something similar to this at this time!! It’s like… I know what I can do to change (I’ve also applied this method to change in the past - very successfully I might add) and now I just CANT. And I’m not sure why. Maybe I need to examine my stories again…
This video really opened my eyes a little bit. Even though I'm in my early 20s , I know that what I've always wanted was something lasting in a relationship (I.e marriage!) and I've always dreamed of being not just a beautiful independent woman but also a good wife and a good mother...
I was actually making an new account for something a few days ago and instead of using my surname I used name + my future husband's surname ❤ (even though we literally just got engaged 😂 ). There was just something about it that small action ❤
this video is the little sign I needed to help me realize that i should give myself permission to embody my ideal self in this new phase of my life RIGHT NOW. No more self-doubting! I'm so excited to see how it goes :)
How we self-identify is *the* single most powerful driver of our behaviours.
I’d love to shift to more of a “CEO” character. My frustration is that I’m “too nice.” So I struggle with being a bad boss b*tch (so to speak!) without being a b*tch… Ya feel me? Any help / advice welcome 🙏🏼
Love this video Jillz! Would love to see more of this ❤
I can't describe in words what this video did to me, it brought me hope in ways I can't tell , thankyouuu ! May god bless you 💝
Im tired of being insecure, shy,and be taken advantage of.....i really want to change but i don't know where to start.
You can start by acting like your alter ego!
I believe I had an alter ego when I was younger, she was the strength, fighter and protector in me when I felt deep down I was a broken weak nobody. My alter ego got me through so many challenges and gave me memorable experiences. When I was drunk I would tell everyone my name was Emma. It almost felt like 'fake it till you make it', but now I have those qualities in me naturally without so much of the ego. Emma is now gone.
0:01 It is crazy. Never trust an Alter Ego.
When I first clicked on this video, I immediately rolled my eyes, thinking it was encouraging people to be fake and act like someone they are not. So glad I listened to the whole video. This is amazing advice and has already given me hope and courage to break out of the shell of myself I've been living in for the past 15 years, thank you, new subscriber here 👋 ❤
Love this, I went from Alexis to Lexie from childhood to teenhood, I'm feeling it's ready for another identity shift.
I’m going from Alexandra to Alecka and Alex and now to Lexie 💕
@@alexandramaligeorges5489 nice :)
Lexie's a nice name 😊
This is actually the only self improvement video that works
I truly truly love it and will try it. I already chose a nickname for my ulter ego personality, Alevtina. Will follow the rest of your advice soon❤❤❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
You are who you pretend to be. 💗
You could not have been more on time for me with this video. I was having trouble with accepting an identity I know is screaming at me to step into. Thank you.
You’re very welcome! 💕💕
Ajoh Only is my alter ego she’s a mom of three and a wife she gets things done.
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A work I introduce myself in the context of my employer and recently told a coworker that when I'm doing my roll I often pretend I'm a different version of myself. When I was getting back into dating, I went by a shortened version of my name because I also felt like it represented who I wanted to show up as. In both settings I've achieved more than I would have thought. I get this alter-ego thing. Sort of fascinating.