inSPIRITation

Sometimes we can be a little hard on ourselves, especially those of us who are extreme perfectionists. We don’t realize sometimes how we can put ourselves down when we don’t succeed on the first try. Or we think the worst possible solution in different situations we experience.

One day I was watching a movie you know one of those movies where the team is playing their hearts out, but they are still losing. The game is in the last half and the coach gives them the most inspiring pep talk. Consequently the team bounces back and takes home the victory.

After watching I had an epiphany to apply that technique to our everyday lives and become our own coaches. A coach always wants the best for their team and would never say words of discouragement to the players. There is something about great coaches words that inspires their team to bring home a victory. Think about it in that aspect and become your own personal coach. I am a perfectionist and can be hard on myself at times. Raise your hand if this sounds like you. I decided to implement my idea and it has made a huge difference in my life. Now when I am feeling a lack of motivation I pump myself up by reminding myself that I CAN DO IT!! After completing tasks I congratulate myself just to give recognition. If I make a mistake or do not succeed on the first try I give myself words of encouragement to try again. I am with myself 100% of the time so there is no candidate more qualified to motivate me than myself.

I used to look for others approval but was disappointed at times if they would not acknowledge me. I eventually came to the realization that while it is nice to receive recognition from others it is best to give it to yourself. By praising yourself on a regular basis you won’t be disappointed if others fail to praise you. Your opinion about yourself is the most valuable after all.

So when something does not go as planned, instead of being upset and disappointed, uplift yourself by reminding yourself of how proud you are for trying. Acknowledge the fact that trying is an accomplishment within itself and be grateful for where you are today because you are the one that got you here.

Do you see where I am going with this?

Ok, so the next time you have a victory or face an upset, picture that coach(YOU) right there cheering you on and congratulating you for all of your efforts. Your team (YOU) will play much better with positive reinforcement.

How exciting it is that you get to be all of the players in the game so no matter what YOU WIN!!!!!!!

Love,

Keyana

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