ENOUGH

We are bombarded with messages, from outside & within, that we are simply not enough.

No matter what we do, if we are not aware, self-doubt can become second nature. We can develop deep-seated negative perceptions of ourselves that make us more inclined to see the worst in others & treat others with indifference or even contempt.

But if we become more aware of our own self-doubt, we can develop strategies to work with our doubt.

We can use creativity, art, action or movement to get out of our heads as self-doubt becomes an alarm, that reminds us to act, move or get creative.

Self-doubt can remind us of what really matters: to live in the here & now, to let go of fears & worries about the past or future & celebrate life in all its small, beautiful glories. Our doubt can be remedied with the medicine of gratitude, be it via journals or self-talk, freeing us from our negative emotions.

We can take more care of ourselves, what we eat, drink & how we look & move. We can cleanse ourselves from social media. We can slow down, relax & give our brains time to focus & not get distracted or overwhelmed.

A simple mantra, a phrase you repeat when the clouds of self-doubt block your light can make us more grounded, mindful & self-aware.

With awareness, we all can embrace our vulnerability & turn our self-doubt from a foe to a friend & an ally.

#creativity #gratitude #beinghuman