Self Worth

 Unknown possibilities can be scary at times, because our minds can only wrap around so much as individuals.

What do we really know about the ability to truly love ourselves and everything else around us?

How should we come to understand the meaning of it, and does it even matter at all?

 

The Fear of Being Valued

• Vulnerability

Holding back from expressing true intentions can in many ways protect us from potential rejection which is why we try to limit ourselves from being vulnerable at times.

This form of protection can be helpful, but what happens when begin to hide our true worth, denying our value or deflecting praise?

• Self-Protection

Past experiences can teach us to become guarded and prioritize self-protection over openness, so that we can avoid getting hurt and secure our emotional safety.

Over time we can build walls around ourselves to shield against potential pain or hurt, even if it means missing out on connections or experiences.

• Disappointment

Repeated betrayal and heartbreak can lead us to stop investing emotionally when our trust continues to be taken for granted, or taken advantage of.

The fear of being valued can lead to pushing away those who care about us, sabotaging relationships, or struggling with intimacy - causing anxiety, low self-esteem, and a deep seated sense of unworthiness.

The Magic of Combining the True Self with True Intentions

Does our beliefs match what we value and how we conduct our behaviors?

Do we genuinely follow through with the things that we say we're going to do?

What options do we have on hand, just in case we decide to change our intentions?

In any case, a good long look at who we really are can tell us what our outcomes are going to be.

Because when we focus on all the things that can go wrong, eventually that is what we ultimately attract.

• Cultivate Confidence

How does our emotions regulate how we act?

Can we treat ourselves with kindness as we would to others and vice versa?

What abilities do we naturally possess, and can we accept our strengths and weaknesses?

Can we learn, to live and let go of our past mistakes?

Are we able to encourage ourselves and others, instead of condemning our inner and outer world?

• Navigate Challenges

Are there ways to appreciate our accomplishments, while discovering a sense of meaning and purpose?

Can we nurture relationships to improve and support each other, while setting healthy boundaries that don't align with our own values?

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