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April 2, 2025 3 mins

In this episode of The Authentic Edge, Toks Aruoture opens up about a powerful moment of self-awareness triggered by a conversation at a glamorous awards event. Despite being showered with praise and offered mentorship by a successful executive, her initial reaction was disbelief, doubt, and—ultimately—cynicism.

 

Drawing parallels from a similar story she witnessed on television, Toks explores how cynicism can quietly sabotage our potential. It creeps in, questioning compliments, rejecting support, and minimising the light others see in us.

 

You’ll learn:

• How to recognise cynical thinking when it shows up

• The cost of rejecting encouragement and help

• Why reframing your inner dialogue can change the trajectory of your life

• Simple, powerful ways to respond differently when opportunities come your way

 

This episode is a gentle but important reminder: sometimes the only thing standing between you and your next level… is your ability to believe that others might be right about you.

 

 

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