Let’s all take a moment to breathe. Exhale that anxiety and fear. Keep going. A little bit more. Okay, now don’t inhale, it’s not safe and you might catch something. Just kidding! Sorry.
Events are being cancelled left and right, schools are shut down, and companies are transitioning to working remotely. Social distancing policies are being implemented more aggressively every day, and quarantines will become exponentially more common. BUT, I’m not here to spread fear and panic.
I just want to remind you that:
You are amazing!! Do you know that? Do you believe that?
You want to be the best you, and that makes you amazing.
Understanding Your Uniqueness
There is not now, nor has there ever been, anyone just like you! Just like there are no two snowflakes alike, and each snowflake is uniquely beautiful, you are the same. You’ve been created with your own unique gifts and abilities. I promise you there are things that you’re really great at that someone else stinks at.
My favorite Psalm is psalm 139 where the Lord tells us that we are fearfully and wonderfully made. I love this because it reminds me that no matter how much I may be feeling down on myself, the truth is that I have been fearfully and wonderfully made. This applies to you!
You need to appreciate how special you are, there is no one like you!
Speak Truth to Yourself
On those days you’re not feeling it, you need to do me a favor and stop listening to the lies that is those lies telling you, you’re not good enough. Instead, promise that you’ll replace those lies with truth. At these times, it is important to remind yourself how incredibly fantastic and wonderfully superb you are.
Cultivate Positive Relationships
When we learn to appreciate how special we are and speak truth to ourselves, we begin to see that we deserve supportive relationships in our lives.
Having solid supportive relationships is a key part of loving yourself. These solid relationships consist of the people that will remind you of the truth of how special you are when you’re listening to them. These are the ones who will just listen to you and offer an empathetic ear, they validate your feelings and challenge you at the same time.
Cultivate those relationships that help you be the best you. When you love yourself you know that these are the relationships that you deserve.
Practicing Self-Care
Being the best you involves a willingness to take care of yourself. Are you prioritizing your own well-being? Do you make sure you to get plenty of sleep, eat regular healthy food and get some form of exercise a few days a week?
No matter what else we do, if we are not properly caring for ourselves there is no way we can be our best self.
Be your best self by making sure that you are taking care of you. Part of taking care of you is actively building these relationships. This is vital because caring for yourself includes caring for your mental state. The best way to care for your mental state is having solid support systems. Cultivate those relationships that make you thankful they are in your life. After all, our lives are shaped by interaction with others.
Identifying Your Gifts and Talents
To be your best self you need to find your own unique gifts and talents. Some may be readily apparent, while you may have to dig a little harder to find others.
If you’re not sure what your unique gifts and talents are, simply ask yourself “what am I good at”? Everybody is good at something, your answer might surprise you. You can also ask yourself what it is that you love doing. What would you do if time and money or not an issue? Knowing your gifts and talents help you to find your meaning in life purpose.
Focusing on Your Strengths
Far too often we have a tendency to focus on our weaknesses rather than our strengths. We look at those areas we need to improve or fall short and try to find new ways to do things better. But to truly be your best self, your focus should be on your strengths.
This goes hand-in-hand with identifying your gifts and talents. Know what you’re good at and strengthen those traits even more.
Living out your passion is all about playing to your strengths.
Spending Time Serving Others
I firmly believe that we are truly at our best when we are focusing on others. When life is all about us, it is too easy to become selfish and self-focused.
By turning our focus outward, we become better by helping others. This doesn’t have to be a big deal, a simple gesture goes a long way.
Simple ideas to serve others: Encourage Others, Listen and Pray for Them.
We all need a little boost and reminder on HOW to get through this life HAPPY.
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