Saturday, February 9, 2013

RECEIVING COMPLIMENTS

I can allow myself to take in my successes and receive compliments.  It is so easy to minimize or down play the wonderful things I am told about myself.  I quickly shift the focus to someone or something else and often dismiss what is being said by making excuses for what I didn’t do, completing brushing off what you tell me.  I learned at a younger age that being the center of attention carried a heavy price, so avoiding the limelight is natural to me.  I would rather blend in to the wall and not be noticed.  It feels much safer.
However, today I am able to boldly stand out and allow myself to be celebrated.  I can remain grounded and present.  I am in no danger and it feels good to be told I have worth and value.  I can open my heart, receive the kind words of others and let myself believe that I am loved and respected. 

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