The Results Are In...
You're a GIVER! But hey, remember to fill your own cup as well.
I’m gonna say this in a friendly tone, mixed with a little tough love. You’ve got a job to do. There is no reason why you shouldn’t succeed, and there’s definitely no reason why you don’t deserve it!
So, with that said, I’m also gonna tell you this: You've got much more going for you, than you give yourself credit for! You’ve got a gift in who you are, but you need to nurture and take care of it. Past results don't tell what is possible for you in the future.
Because you're a giver, I have a feeling people around you are looking up to you. You might not see it, but you’ve got some real good qualities, which makes everyone around you feel better. BUT it’s time you give something back to yourself, because you’ve got plenty to give.
How much do you think your self-esteem impacts you? Do you talk yourself down, in fear of bragging? Do you keep quiet not to draw attention? Be grateful and proud of your own qualities. It’s not bragging if it’s true.
Okay, then we have boundaries. It’s time you start showing up for yourself like you do for your friends. If you’re tired, give yourself rest. If you haven't had a burnout yet, I'm glad. But you need to set some boundaries asap and check in with yourself regularly.
People won’t respect you any less, because you prioritise yourself. Actually, they’ll see that you set a standard, and admire you for it. Here's a good start: Say no when you mean no. Don't say you're sorry, when you shouldn't, or something's not your fault.
Now, let’s talk about… self-talk!
Have you ever heard about affirmations? The first time I heard about it, I honestly thought it was a bit stupid, too simple. I didn’t think having a sentence of focus or «truth», could make any difference…
That was until I realised I'm really good at it. But I didn't use it as my advantage. Every time you tell yourself «That’s so stupid, why do I always do that?», «That’ll never work», or «I will never succeed in that»... You are re-affirming that belief, convincing yourself that it's true. Make it a habit to stop, and tell yourself the opposite!
Ready to build your foundation?
Try these 3 strategies.
1. Take some pressure off! Building confidence takes time, and a good first step is to let go of negative thoughts. If you mess up, you can either beat yourself up about it, or you can think «Okay, I messed up, next time will be better, I'll make sure of it.»
2. Make self-worth a daily practice! Acknowledge everything you are. It helps lift your spirit and you'll slowly change how you see yourself. I wanna encourage you to write down 5 things you are proud of yourself for, every day. Change your approach, by appreciating what you already are, and decide how you WANT to see yourself.
3. Ask yourself first! In order to trust your gut, and follow your intuition, you gotta learn to value your own opinion. Instead of seeking advice in other people right away, ask yourself «What do I want? How does this make me feel?» Seek your own advice before others.
Hey there!
I'm Live, I'm an online educator and founder of The Grateful Beginning. I hope you enjoyed this quiz, did the results surprise you in any way?
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