Self worth is a fine line we all walk !
For the longest time I considered myself less than worthy of attention and yet is was something I pursued with such longing always finding it slipped away like fog.
I am older now....not too much wiser but more aware of myself, the inner being that observes the world and marvels at the difference a day makes !
For me, praise is a bitter pill to swallow.....many years of being informed that one never really measured up by those that were closest to me resulted in an altered state of mind...never really trusting praise when it came as there was likely to be a closely followed put-down.
I find I am more ready to accept than ever before, I acknowledge my achievements but still keep myself in check....I will not go out of my way to chase approval or seek admiration, that is not my purpose in life....I have discovered !
There has never been a handbook or a guide on how to navigate the challenges of life, each of us must learn lessons as they come, there is little a person can do to prepare for the twists and turns ahead.
If others speak of me kindly or look forward to me being part of their day...then I am truly blessed, in turn I will make every effort to support you as best I can....I will never tell you what you can't do, I will however applaud your achievements.
By linking hands together we will achieve so much more, so when praise is offered...take it, run with it and save it for someone else that may need it in the future !
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