“The best and safest thing is to keep a balance in your life, acknowledge the great powers around us and in us. If you can do that, and live that way, you are really a wise man.”
-Euripides
How do the words above resonate with you?
Pause here and free yourself from distractions:
Take a deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... deep breath in... exhale slowly... calm your mind and be present...
Why do we have such a poor image of ourselves? Think about that for a moment...
It seems so easy to sell ourselves short. We are quick to point out our flaws even when others are giving us a compliment...
Iyanla Vanzant’s message is a powerful one that encourages us all to free ourselves from this habit:
Today is a good time to rethink our thoughts about ourselves.
We can accept the compliments we receive when we give them to ourselves first.
We can build our confidence by celebrating our small victories and successes.
We can support the faith and trust others have in us by supporting and having faith in ourselves.
Affirmation: I really am okay with me.
Today’s Challenge: Self-reflection
(from Iyanla Vanzant’s Acts of Faith)
Name three things you really like about yourself.
Have others noticed your special characteristics and said so? Take time to think about this one...
Offer a gracious thank-you to them (and to God).
“It all begins with our willingness to acknowledge that we are really fine, just the way we are.” -Iyanla Vanzant
What are you willing to do?
Don’t miss your opportunity. Be intentional. Encourage others to do the same and watch what happens.
You got this!
Coach Tavia
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Reference:
Vanzant, Iyanla; Acts of Faith: Daily Meditations for People of Color. Atria, New York, NY 2020.
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