You have probably heard someone whisper such words to you at
one point in your life. Why? Because they have seen great potential lying deep
within you, but self-doubt has taken the better part of it.
On other occasions,
you’ve been bullied by that tormenting voice in your head that says…..
You can never do that. You are not good enough. You are a
failure.
Living amidst insecurities is no longer an option but a
lifestyle .You have set goals, but none has been accomplished .You have zero
level of confidence and self-doubt has stripped you off the power to think
positively. Yes, that voice has had its say, but have you had yours? Have you
fought enough?
Well, maybe you have
tried, but the barriers seem too hard for you to go through. You may have made
progress but never had the will to press on OR could it be that you are your
own enemy? This may be valid, if you always look out for mistakes within
yourself without looking for an opportunity to learn from those same mistakes.
Even though it’s hard to feel motivated when you don’t know
how to believe in yourself, a few tricks to get you started is probably all you need.
So, how do you start Believing in Yourself?
Identify your skills.
Recognizing what you are good at is a perfect way to start.
You've got much talent in you that could bring satisfaction yet self-doubt has had its toll on it. A great way to
identify this is by looking into something that you do without straining. It could also
be something that you often get compliments for. Once you are sure of your
skills, put them into good use. This will go a long way in raising your
confidence level.
Set realistic goals
In life, we’ve got to set realistic goals to achieve them. A
life without goals is boring and unsatisfying.It’s even heartbreaking when
you set goals that you can never achieve even if you were to live 1000 years.
It’s more uplifting when you get to achieve your goals, therefore set a goal to
please yourself and not the society.
Embrace failure and
learn from it.
At some point in life,failure is inevitable , but what makes the
difference is how you handle it. Once you view failure as a learning
opportunity, you are assured of a better way to face a similar challenge.
However, when you view it as a weakness, you may not manage to jump the hurdle
and move on.
Do not give in to
naysayers
You should never waste your precious time on people who
poison your mind with discouraging words. These kind of breed will say anything
to deter you from succeeding. They will tell you that you are not good enough
no matter how hard you try. If you dare fall into their trap, you are doomed to
fail. Surround yourself with passionate and positive thinkers and you will
thank yourself later.
Give yourself a
second chance.
First chances are not always the best. You may fail
terribly, despite channeling all your efforts into something you had great
faith in. This can be so devastating that you may feel drained of all your
energy.
Nevertheless, you
should never consider this a reason to walk away. Instead you should consider
it a reason to soldier on. Grab the next opportunity that comes your way and
start all over again…fight for what you believe as your own until you grasp it!
These are just but a few tips to get you started. They may
not be miracle workers, but if put into consideration, they can make a
difference in your life. Start believing in yourself today and enjoy the life
you deserve!!
