Many of us undermine ourselves – every single day – without realizing it.
I don’t know about you but my parents taught me to be modest, humble and always care about others first. My dad – with his self deprecating humor – my mom a perfectionist not able to receive compliments. Both amazing people in their own right.
What did I learn? Instead of embracing my greatness, I playing small. I accommodated others. I learned other people’s needs and wants were more important than mine. So therefore, other people were more important than I was. Whoa.
Downplaying myself became the norm. Self doubt crept in. I became my worst critic. I felt inadequate. I adopted the belief of “I am not good enough.”
Sound familiar?
It took a long time to unravel those beliefs and behaviors. I am happy to say I no longer berate myself. I am much more forgiving of myself because I can say I love and accept myself…at least 90 percent of the time.
If I can do it, so can you.
You are powerful beyond measure. You are brilliant. Let your light shine.
