Reclaiming Authenticity, Priorities, and the Sacred Pause with Rev. Jenn Latham

In this conversation, Reverend Jennifer Latham, or Rev. Jenn as so many affectionately call her, a priest at Holy Nativity Church of Honolulu, Hawaii, discusses her approach to living authentically and making intentional choices.

Key Takeaways:

• Authenticity as a Daily Practice:Reclaiming yourself means being true to your authentic self. Rev. Jenn practices a "daily check-in" to ensure her actions align with her core values, beliefs, and where her spirit finds energy.
• The Power of the Sacred Pause: To combat being a people-pleaser, adopt the "holy or sacred pause." Don't say yes immediately; take time to reflect, discern, and decide if a commitment is where your energy should go.
• Reframe "Saying No": Realize that saying no to one thing is saying yes to another—an opportunity for yourself, or a chance to allow someone else to step up, which is both humble and empowering.
• Prioritize Yourself: Understand that you are a priority. In order to function well for others, you must recognize when your "tank is running dry" and consciously take time to recharge.
• Find Joy: Actively seek out joy, even during hard seasons of life. Whether it’s sharing a silly dance or remembering funny family moments, joy is a necessary and powerful force for grounding yourself.

The Reclaim Marathon is a special mini-series of short, meaningful conversations about what it really looks like to reclaim yourself in everyday life.