Okay, Ladies. This week I've got a challenge for you. This is a real life, get out of your comfort zone, action challenge. First, I'll explain why this week we get a challenge instead of an uplifting "you're awesome" post and then I'll issue the challenge.
I don't know if it's my optimistic "can-do" attitude or just that I'm really lousy at everything I try, but I very rarely receive an uplifting vote of confidence from anyone other than my husband. See, when we were first married, before the Pinterest craze, we made this "I Love You Because" board. We regularly write positive and uplifting message to each other on that board, so I never question if my husband loves me or if he thinks I'm awesome.
Unfortunately, the rest of the world does not have an "I Love You Because" board to let me know I'm awesome. I am blessed to have a wonderful husband who never lets me forget I have infinite worth, but not everyone has that blessing in their life. Too many individuals go through the day without a single vote of confidence in their worth and abilities. Imagine that. A day without a single positive statement. No "I love you" or "You're awesome". No "Thank you for being YOU" or "You're beautiful". Can you imagine a day like that?
It if my firm belief that NO ONE, male or female, should have to live that way. You should be told everyday that you are loved, that you have worth, and that you not only have a place in this crazy world, but that you are doing an awesome job filling it. I recently starting teaching classes at the YMCA and my supervisor is such a great example of this. Every time I come into work, she tells me that I am an answer to her prayers. As I watch her interact with YMCA members, she is constantly complimenting their efforts and their abilities. She is reminding people every minute of every day that they are awesome.
So that is my challenge to you. Choose one day this week, maybe even today, and give one compliment to every person you interact with. For 24 hours, every single person you talk to will get one positive and uplifting vote of confidence from you. And I mean everyone: the checker at the grocery store, the VP at work, the mail man... everyone. And don't forget about yourself! Admit it, I'm not the only person who talks to myself on a daily basis. You have to compliment yourself, too!
I promise that as you reach outside yourself and give to others, you will see the world around you change. You will see more positive and uplifting actions and attitudes, both in yourself and in the people around you. You will feel more peace in your life and confidence in your own abilities. By helping others come to understand and accept their worth, you will find a little bit more of yours.
So, what do ya say? Challenge accepted?
