Hey, there!
I know we’re not kids anymore, and we’re way beyond the stories of dragons and castles. But do you still ever find yourself wishing to have magical powers? What if I tell you that you could wield one?
Let me show you how.
Today, I want to touch on the different ways of knowing your worth. It’s like having magical powers, but you know, it’s not for wizards, witches, or fairies. It’s a kind of power that me, you, and everyone else could have.
When you know your worth, you will be unstoppable. So, my hope is that once you’re done reading this article, you will start seeing yourself differently because you, my dear deserve respect, love, and all the best things this world has to offer.
- Viewing your failures as learning opportunities will allow you to become more resilient and teach you how to deal with your setbacks as stepping stones to personal growth.
- It’s very important to learn how to celebrate your wins, whether they are big or small as every achievement showcases your capabilities, reinforcing your confidence and your worth in your journey.
- Expressing your genuine feelings and thoughts validates your experiences, emphasizing the importance of your voice and reinforcing your self-worth.
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10 Proven Strategies for Knowing Your Worth
1. Morning Mirror Talks
The person you see in the mirror is your one, true, best friend. So, you must always remember to nurture your relationship with that person looking back at you.
One way to do that is to stand straight in front of a mirror, look yourself in the eye, breathe deeply, and say something encouraging and kind.
“You are beautiful. You are worthy. You are loved. You deserve nothing but the best in this world. You are brave. You are someone to be proud of.”
Ever since I started doing this practice, I personally call my morning incantations, my self-esteem has reached great heights, and I can see my life now in all its vivid colors.
My morning talks are like me casting out spells to have a boost. And true enough, they work!
Our minds are the most susceptible the first few minutes we open our eyes, and so engaging in this activity will ultimately lead you to genuinely believe that you are truly good enough.
2. Discover Your Strengths and Growth Opportunities
Knowing who you are and what you are capable of doing is the ultimate foundation of self-worth because you recognize your value as a person.
Highlighting your strengths, rather than your limitations and weaknesses, will shape a positive way of perceiving yourself. It will put your worth on a pedestal so that you can see that you should give more credit to yourself than you’re currently giving it.
On the other hand, the growth opportunities that you recognize will also give you a stronger awareness of what area in your life you want to improve and what you need to work on so that you can reach your ultimate potential.
3. Celebrate Wins, Big, and Small
Yes, you deserve to celebrate any wins in life, no matter how big or small they are.
Whether it is as big as winning as getting a huge work promotion, or as small as finishing the work task that you’ve been anxious to do for weeks, or even just collecting yourself to be in one piece even when your thoughts are scattered, are all successes that are worthy of being celebrated.
When you count all your wins in life, it can give you a fulfilling sense of achievement. It will remind you that you are capable of anything that you set your mind to and that even though there are setbacks in your journey, you are still making progress.
This shift in focus will give you confidence and improve your self-worth.
So, make a toast on every milestone you have, and make that clink of glass the sound that reminds you that you are valuable and worthy.
4. Be Decisive on Everything You Want to Take Action On
It may come as a surprise but when you try to become more decisive and stand your ground on the choices that you make, it will improve your self-worth.
Doing so will give you a sense of control over your life, and will allow you to yield the power to shape your destiny.
You will become more confident and resilient when you start taking accountability for your life. It will also give you clarity of what your true life’s purpose is, which in turn will give you a higher sense of dignity and self-worth.
But I just want to make it clear that being decisive doesn’t mean you always make the right decisions. You will still make mistakes and experience failures, and that’s okay.
You will still stumble down by your own choices, but these are learning experiences that will improve you and the way you look at yourself.
5. Kindness Kickback
They say kindness begets kindness, When you share your kindness with the world, the universe will give it back to you a hundredfold and will affirm that you have a positive impact on other people’s lives.
Acts of kindness imply that you have compassion and empathy towards others, which will give you a sense of purpose and reinforce your self-image.
And as you continue to be more compassionate, you will foster positive connections to people. Without you demanding, they will make you feel appreciated and valued.
6. Fail Forward: Mistakes Happen to All of Us
Looking past your failures and twisting the narrative that you are less valuable when you make mistakes or experience setbacks, are key foundations towards seeing your true worth.
The concept of failing forward, or seeing your failures as learning opportunities that are necessary for your optimal growth, will allow you to be more resilient.
Remind yourself that the best scientific discoveries did not just happen in an instant.
At the back of that Nobel Prize or any prestigious award, are hundreds of failed experiments and trials. A lot of blood, sweat, and tears were involved in the process.
This is also the same for you!
Just like what a popular song says, even the best fall down sometimes, right?
7. Speak Your Truth
When you allow yourself to be brave and speak your truths, you allow yourself to be validated. It is like saying to yourself that your feelings and thoughts matter and that you are worthy of being acknowledged and heard.
Asserting yourself, especially when you know deep down that you have a point to make, is an important ingredient in the recipe for seeing your worth.
It also allows you to express your innermost thoughts and emotions, which is a good practice to get to know more about who you are.
Also, I honestly believe that bottling up your thoughts will not do you any good. It will just make you doubt yourself and will allow insecurities to creep in.
And when that happens, you will just dull your shine and put out your inner spark.
8. Acknowledge Your Impact on Those Around You
One important thing in improving the way you value yourself is avoiding discrediting your influence and underestimating the impact of your presence around you. You have a place in the society.
You are also tied to the strings of whoever is around you, which means whatever you do has affected others, one way or another.
When you start recognizing this influence, even in just your small sphere of friends, you validate your worth and cement your significance.
Remind yourself that you are part of an ecosystem, and without you, it will crumble down easily.
It may not seem obvious, but I swear your contribution matters.
9. Stay Aligned With Your Values and Passion
I have mentioned before that to live by your values and virtues, you must know who you are as a person.
You must love yourself enough first to sit down and take time to know what values represent you the most. And when you love yourself, you will do anything to preserve your worth.
Knowing who you are at the core implies that you have endured the journey of self-love, and with it, is knowing your true purpose.
You will be living with a compass that will guide you to stay in your lane, and you will never lose sight of what you truly are.
This will make you see yourself as a unique individual, worthy to be treasured.
10. Learn and Grow
By far, I think the best way to improve how you see yourself is by engaging in a lifetime journey of continuous learning and growing.
When you don’t box yourself and limit it to society’s standards, you will continue to have new reasons to love and value yourself.
You will be surprised to know all the things that you are capable of doing that you don’t ever expect yourself to do.
Each new skill, new accolade, and new personal milestone you’ve reached will reinforce your belief that you are worthy of the life you’re living and that you deserve a place in this world.
Why It’s Important to Know Your Worth?
It is important to know your worth because it is the only way to be genuinely happy. No other person can be in real bliss if they only see themselves as speck of dust, and not as shimmering glitters that they truly are.
You will value yourself more, and so you will easily make healthier and better choices in life.
You will treat yourself as a first-class citizen and will not allow any slander to come your way. And when life throws rocks at you, you will never lose sight of giving yourself dignity and respect.
But I think the most important reason why you should know your worth is that at the end of a long, tiring day, you only have you. There will be no other person who can validate the way you can to yourself.
Sure, your close friends and family will constantly remind you of your real value, but it is more meaningful when it comes from within you.
There is only one you in this universe, so make sure that you act like it!
The Transformative Impact of Knowing Your Worth
A radical change will surely occur when you start seeing the true value of yourself. You suddenly see yourself as a precious treasure so you will let yourself be bejeweled.
And because of that, you will be more confident to set sail and navigate your life on your terms.
But that doesn’t mean you are invisible. It just means that you are strong and resilient enough to handle these things on your own.
And lastly, you are more likely to challenge yourself and set more goals, because you believe that you are limitless. This will allow you to have a more purposeful and fulfilling life.
Challenges the Path to Recognizing Self-Worth
The journey to knowing your true worth involves a long and challenging road. I am telling you right now that it will not be easy, but it will surely be worth it.
When you decide to work on how you see yourself and your values, you must know that it involves healing the traumas of your past that led you to negatively perceive yourself. This will be your biggest challenge because healing, as we all know, is not linear.
You just have to take that first step, no matter how frightening it could be, and take your time.
During this process, I want you to keep in that commitment is mandatory. This is not like riding a night train to self-discovery. This could take weeks, months, or even years.
There will also be relapses where you see yourself spiraling and taking two steps back when you’ve already taken a step forward. But that’s totally okay!
What’s important is that you continue to dust yourself off and take the next step. No matter how big or small it could be, a step counts, as long as it is forward.
You Are Valuable, It’s Time You Start Seeing it!
I know the journey of knowing your self-worth is not the easiest. It will test you at your lowest point, and you often find fighting with yourself when you are at your weakest.
But believe me when I say, it will all be worth it. You will be glad to see yourself pushing your boundaries, and not depending your value on the views and opinions of others. You will find your worth as a truth that lives within you.
So I am encouraging you to take that first step towards loving yourself and knowing your worth. Allow your inner light to shine bright and radiate.
Remember, at the end of the day, the only person who will pat your back and give you a warm embrace is you.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can you discover your strengths and growth opportunities?
By self-reflecting and recognizing your unique abilities, you can identify your strengths and areas for personal development, enhancing your self-perception.
How can you view failures in a positive light?
By seeing failures as learning opportunities, you will become more resilient and understand that setbacks can lead to growth and self-improvement.
How does acknowledging your impact on others benefit you?
Recognizing your influence on those around you validates your worth and highlights your significant role in your community or circle.
Why should you align with your values and passions?
Living by your values and passions helps you understand your true self, guiding you to stay true to your path and recognize your unique worth.
How does continuous learning affect your self-perception?
Engaging in lifelong learning and growth allows you to discover new facets of yourself, reinforcing your belief in your capabilities and value in the world.
