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Wendi Gordon's avatar

Reading about the fake vulnerability circle made me want to vomit. But of course I shouldn’t be surprised, given how many people are turning to AI to generate content about the importance of authenticity (and create more of it faster)!

This is one reason I’m writing fewer posts and focusing more on Substack Lives and Zoom gatherings and in-person events. It’s harder to fake spontaneous interactions, and easier for people to see that I’m a real human!

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Magdalena Ponurska's avatar

I love your approach Wendi! Focusing more on lives and zoom gatherings and building connections and your tribe this way is brilliant!

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Wendi Gordon's avatar

Thanks, Magdalena! I’m definitely connecting with some wonderful people at a deeper level and enjoying the conversations we’re having! I’d love to do a Live with you; let me know if you’re interested!

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Dr Mehmet Yildiz's avatar

I admire your focus on authentic connection and the way you use vulnerability to depict your human side with honesty, authenticity, transparency, and clarity. Thank you for writing this inspiring and educational story, Magdalena. It deeply resonated with me.

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Magdalena Ponurska's avatar

Dear Dr.Mehmet: thank you for your encouraging and supportive words of inspiration! I deeply appreciate it!

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