Embracing Your Intrinsic Worth

On my personal journey, recognizing and embracing my intrinsic worth is a fundamental lesson that has profoundly impacted me. You see, regardless of the challenges I have encountered, I remained grounded in core values including my spiritual beliefs and my love for family and true friends.  

Adversities are an inevitable part of the human experience, and I believe that maintaining a steadfast value system acts as a guiding light through life's trials. Living authentically means aligning your actions with fundamental beliefs and principles that shape your character and essence.

Experiencing setbacks is a natural aspect of life that you should not allow to diminish your feelings of worth. Embracing intentional self-worth frees you from feeling the constant need to prove your worth to others. By focusing on self-awareness and authenticity rather than seeking external validation, you can confidently make decisions unburdened by societal judgment.

Transitioning to a worth-centered mindset comes with its challenges. Not breaking free from the cycle of people-pleasing can hinder you from prioritizing your personal well-being and requires a conscious shift in perspective. Prioritizing self-care and self-fulfillment fosters mental resilience and cultivates inner contentment.

For example, I did not always realize my intrinsic worth. I was once a people pleaser and wanted to do things to gain approval from others. I invested a lot of energy into actions that made others happy instead of supplying my own needs. Over a period of time, I became increasingly unhappy and exhausted because I was unable to completely satisfy others based on their expectations despite my efforts.  Over time, I realized that I must do a better job taking care of myself and thus my shift began. Initially, it was not easy and it took time to learn a new behavior, but with repetition and determination I was able to create a condition that benefited my mental health. Because of my shift, I have increased my happiness and was in a position to help others who dealt with similar situations like my own.

Resting in my worth benefited me in many ways. For example, I do things because:

• It’s interesting to me.

• Because I choose to. 

• I get to express myself and talents.

• I satisfy my creativity and curiosity. 

• I honor things that I believe are important.

• I get to experiment and try new things.

• I feel a level of freedom without remorse.

• I don’t feel regret.

• I am happy.

The transformative impact of embracing your worth is profound. It empowers you to engage in activities that align with your interests, passions, and values, leading to a sense of fulfillment and purpose. By letting go of the need for external validation, you can embark on a journey of self-discovery and personal growth.

Realizing your intrinsic worth has its importance but, I must caution that it is equally important to remain humble to balance your behavior. Some people display their worth to the point that it may be perceived as being narcissistic, egotistical and self-absorbed.

Embracing self-worth equips you with the ability to navigate life's challenges with resilience and grace. It fosters self-respect and self-compassion, guiding decisions that uphold personal worth and boundaries. Upholding your worth facilitates genuine connections and meaningful contributions to the world.

In a society that often overlooks individual worth, prioritizing self-worth is an act of radical self-love. It transcends external judgments, nurturing self-assurance and self-appreciation. By honoring your inherent worth, you set the stage for significant personal transformation and empowerment.

Reflecting on our intrinsic worth, provides a vision for life guided by authenticity, purpose, and self-respect. Embracing our inherent worth empowers us to live genuinely and wholeheartedly, independent of external validation. Let us embark on a journey of self-discovery and self-empowerment, rooted in the unwavering belief in our intrinsic worth.

Life is too short to be worried about pleasing people. It doesn’t mean that you should not care about others, but I am suggesting that you do not neglect yourself either.

Live, Love and Life on!

Kelvin