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Over the years, I’ve interviewed thousands of people, most of them women, and I would say that the root of every dysfunction I’ve ever encountered, every problem, has been some sense of a lacking of self-value or of self-worth. – Oprah Winfrey

The results you are getting in your personal and professional life are a direct reflection of how you feel about yourself and treat yourself. The reality you have created is all around you. We all face challenges. Some people move through challenges better than others. The people who are most successful and happiest are the ones who know their worth and value themselves. You need to know your worth before anyone else is going to value it.

We have all had people and circumstances that have come into our lives at one time or another where we have felt wronged by – making ourselves a “victim”. Yet at the same time, we teach others how to treat us. Yes, the statement hurts. If you are not self-aware of the power and control you have, you cannot change anything.  When you realize you are responsible for the results and outcomes you create. You can make a choice to do things differently.

I have witnessed too many men and women who are letting other people and outside circumstances determine their worth. They change themselves for others until they no longer recognize themselves. They are criticizing themselves and making themselves lesser than others so other people will feel better about themselves. Dimming your light serves no one. It takes away permission from others to share themselves fully. They start to lessen themselves too. It is time for a change. It is time for you to take back your control and love yourself for what you bring to the table. Know your yourself, know your worth.

There is no room for you to play the victim game! No excuses. No complaining. No blaming others for your results. Take 100% responsibility for your life as it is right now. It is time for you to run your own race.

Your empowerment starts with knowing what to stop doing and start doing.

STOP DOING

Stop looking for someone to discover your self-worth.

Stop chasing a love that isn’t yours.

Stop settling for less than you deserve.

Stop putting yourself down for who you are, your mistakes, and failures.

Stop being afraid to speak up for what you believe in.

Stop making others a priority when they make you their option.

Stop comparing yourself to others.

Stop focusing on your weaknesses and what you don’t have.

Stop holding back from offering suggestions or sharing your ideas.

Stop looking to others to make decisions for you.

START DOING

Believe in yourself. You need to have confidence in what you do and the work you deliver.

BE yourself.

Don’t worry about what others will say or do.

Explore your potential to inspire yourself.

Acknowledge your strengths, talents, skills, and abilities. You will attract the right person and opportunity when you focus on your strengths.

Sharing your accomplishments. If your boss or client does not know what you are capable of, how would they know if you may be suited to an opportunity?

Speak impeccably about yourself and others.

Be Kind to Yourself.

Praise Yourself.

Trust yourself – you know more than you give yourself credit for.

Compare yourself to who you were yesterday and be a better version of yourself today.

Be gracious with yourself when things do not go as planned. Look for the lesson you need to take away from mistakes and failures.

Make yourself a priority – take care of your health, eat and sleep well, and keep hydrated.

Compliment yourself – if this means giving yourself a selfie high-five so be it!

Keep your standards, there is no reason to lower them.

Self-reflect on your days – asking yourself how you can improve.

Gather your facts, seek counsel from trusted sources, and make your own decisions.

Knowing yourself and knowing your worth add many bonuses to creating the life you desire. The best part of all is you have the freedom to be you! You can fully express yourself without the fear and worry of what others are thinking. You will be resistant to social pressure and say “no” to what you do not want to do and say “yes” to what you do want to do. You will have clarity, therefore, be a better decision maker. You will have more confidence to express your ideas and ask for what you want and go after it. Getting to know yourself is a lifelong journey as you get exposed to new life experiences you continue to get to know your likes, dislikes, wants, and needs. Knowing yourself and knowing your worth leads to happiness and joy!

“Today is the day to break free from the prison of the person you know yourself to be and step into a self you have yet to know. Will it be comfortable? No, but do it anyway.”

– Debbie Ford

Who do you know who needs to know their worth? Please share this post so others can get to know themselves and know they are worth whatever their heart desires.

Life goals and accomplishments spill over to our professional growth and accomplishments. Our character becomes more defined and our personality comes alive.

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DEBRA KASOWSKI, BScN CEC is an award-winning best-selling author, transformational speaker, blogger, and Certified Executive Coach. She has the heart of a teacher and is certified in Appreciative Inquiry and Emotional Intelligence. Her writing has been published in a variety of print and online magazines. Debra Kasowski International helps executives, entrepreneurs, and organizations boost their productivity, performance, and profits. It all starts with people and passion. Sign up the Success Secrets Newsletter and get your free e-book download today! www.debrakasowski.com