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By Tiffany Weis, a graduate of Southwest Institute of Healing Arts' Life Coaching program.
Is it really possible to have TOO much self esteem? I am not talking about the arrogant, braggart kind of “I’m great!” sermons that we occasionally get to encounter. I am talking about the deep-seated kind of self esteem that gives its owner a shine to their eyes and a glow to their soul. You know when someone has it by their body language, their tone of voice, and the sure, steady way that they maneuver through life. When their energy field overlaps into yours, you feel comfort. Or energy. Or inspiration.
Who would not want to raise the loving energy with which they regard themselves? Here is an easy way to do this in ten minutes a day.
First, jot down ten adjectives that describe you. These words can be things that people have told you or complimented you on. Remember the ones that felt REALLY good to hear! While you are at it, take a moment to truly SAVOR how good this felt when you first heard it. Some examples could be: brilliant, funny, genuine, giving, healthy, caring, spiritual. The key is to use actual words that people have said or written.
Next, jot down ten words that you WISH people would use to describe you. These should be things that no one has mentioned but you crave for them to, describing attributes that you know you have but are not known for. Perhaps these would be traits that you are yearning to more deeply express or develop. Examples could be: patient, fun, tenacious, unwavering, decisive, strong.
Then, add ten more words, this time using words that you feel do NOT describe you but you want them to. These are words of your future self. It is okay to use phrases in addition to single words. Some examples could be: articulate, professionally successful, sought after, loved/loving, wealthy, famous, etc., etc., etc.
Let the sky be the limit! Don’t worry, no one else will see this list . Be sure to include words that you would share with few other except for your significant other or best friend. Let this be deeply personal.
Now, take an index card, and write in huge letters: “I AM…” at the top. Now jumble and jot down your thirty words below. It is important to mix the order well. Post the card somewhere by the mirror you use to freshen up by (okay, primp!) in the morning. Copy your card and place it near the spot where you like to relax just before bedtime.
Read your card for five minutes in the morning as you prepare for your day. Read the copy for five minutes before you go to bed. Set a timer. (Read ALOUD on your toughest days!) Just faithfully follow this for at least 21 days and see what happens. The subconscious is very powerful. You’ll soon come to know your own power as well!
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