Many of us have taken the time out to express our gratitude to others, but very few of us have really invested the energy in focusing on what we are grateful for in ourselves. When was the last time you took time to thank yourself?
If you’re like me, it’s much more natural and comfortable to thank others than it is to stop and thank yourself. That can feel indulgent, ridiculous, and unnecessary – why thank myself for doing the things I have to do? Here’s why – writing a thank-you letter to yourself can help you see how far you’ve come. It can remind you of the things you’ve overcome and how much you’ve grown. It can highlight qualities you possess but don’t necessarily think about all the time, and it can also highlight what matters to you, what you’re passionate about, and what you dream of in the most sacred part of your soul. Writing a thank-you letter to yourself is an opportunity to pause, reflect, accept, and appreciate who you are and where you’ve been while providing inspiration for moving forward and continued growth. While this practice is simple, there is nothing easy about it. This is a powerful exercise and not something to be undertaken lightly. But the insights are truly profound and well-worth the effort. How to Write a Thank-You Letter to Yourself
Be gentle with yourself as you do this exercise. Tears may be shed as past hurts are revisited, losses are acknowledged, and you’re confronted with proof of just how much you’ve been through and how hard you’ve worked. Growth should be celebrated, and you deserve to be reminded of how unique and wonderful you truly are. Take time today to practice gratitude and give yourself the appreciation you deserve.
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Self-worth is simply defined as the level of importance you place on yourself. It is an emotional outlook that determines how and what you feel about yourself in comparison to other people.
Self-worth is a fundamental part of our being, and it controls the way we see ourselves. Everything we think about, all the emotions we feel, and even the way we act is a product of what value we place on ourselves by ourselves. What is Self-Worth? It can be somewhat overwhelming to see yourself for who “you really are” without the assets or dream job or friends. Everyone has a mental picture of who they want to be. It’s okay to have ambitions and life goals, but never let your dreams make you deny yourself. Self-denial is an enemy to self-worth. The Importance of Self-Worth The best part about recognising self-worth is seeing the practical impact it has on your behaviour. Self-worth affects the things you do and the choices you make. You start rejecting anything that has a negative effect on your outlook on life, and you become more open to things crafted to make you a better person. Self-worth is what keeps you satisfied even if all your achievements, assets, and possessions are taken away from you. The moment you reach healthy levels of self-worth, life becomes much more meaningful. Strength in self-worth comes from finding qualities you excel at. These qualities will be a constant reminder whenever you start feeling like you are not worthy enough. Little things like a list of your talents, things you like about yourself that make you stand out, challenges you’ve won at, how you’ve helped other people, and other great reflections are examples of questions you should have answers to. Your strength lies in those questions. How To Start Increasing Your Self-Worth On your journey to recognise self-worth, never compare yourself to anyone. By comparison, you rob yourself of self-awareness and block your chances of seeing your strong potential. Comparison only measures your worth by other people’s standards. Here are some practical ways to build self-worth:
It is crucial for everyone to lead healthy lives physically, emotionally, socially, mentally, and otherwise, by evaluating our self-worth. We have to consciously take steps to build and develop our sense of regard for each other and, more importantly, for ourselves. Healthy self-worth is a source of deep and lasting satisfaction in life. With life more overwhelming than ever it has never been more important to recognise yourself as you are, right now. To be grateful, to celebrate your individual story and applaud how far you’ve come.
Consistently we face the pressures of striving for ‘new/next/better’ and yet we don’t take the time to truly honour that today is where it’s at and all we have is right now. Self-Celebration directly tackles this. Self-Celebration is celebrating the person you are now; not your future self or not the person you wish you could be. It is about accepting, encouraging and empowering yourself in this moment. And you can celebrate who you are, anytime or any place and for any reason. Self-Celebration opens up the potential for what we allow ourselves to honour and therefore how we experience our lives. WHAT IT IS…
WHAT IT IS NOT:
Through all of your challenges and successes, I invite you to Stop. Breathe. Feel. and to give yourself credit. See, it is not just the “big” things that you can honour, it’s every step you take in your journey. This is what celebrating yourself is all about– slowing down, noticing your experiences, and acknowledging yourself. Life can feel like a whole bunch of to-do lists and deadlines and requirements. But, you have the opportunity to witness yourself and the incredible journey you are on. This is how you begin to celebrate yourself! When you pause and check-in, you’ll start to recognise the steps you’ve taken over the last day or week or year to get where you are at this moment. There is so much power and strength in naming! Naming the progress you’ve made, the skills you’ve learned, the habits you’ve formed, and so on. While there are no right or wrong ways to celebrate yourself, I recommend doing it often and consistently. This practice will support you in developing awareness, gratitude, and self-love. |
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