Remember the days when you felt confident, strong, capable, and able to face challenges head-on?
Even if it’s been years ago, think of times when you were truly at your best in many areas of your life including physically as well as mentally and emotionally.
For example, recall times in the past when you were at a healthy weight or were exercising regularly.
We never really lose our characteristics from the past. But sometimes, we start seeing only the parts of ourselves that we don’t like.
To bring back the qualities and concepts you’ve lost, remind yourself that you still value them. Then intentionally put them into your life again.
Today you’ll build a list of words and phrases that describe what you are really like when you’re absolutely at your best.
As you create your list, think of your best personality traits as well as your skills. Remember that all of these beautiful words remain true even on days when you don’t feel like them.
Today’s assignment (My answers are in blue)
1. Under the words below, list every descriptive word and phrase you can think of that portrays how you act, look, feel, or live when you are at your very best.
At my best, this is what I’m like…
Happy, energetic, creative, kind, loving, patient, friendly, exercise regularly, eat healthy meals, inspire others, write a lot, laugh easily, tell jokes, feel confident
2. Read your list out loud and notice the energy and enthusiasm it generates.
It’s amazing how strong I feel after reading my list. Like I could conquer the world.
3. Write a few notes about how you’ll use this list.
I’ve used this exercise a lot over the years. During times when my self-esteem is low or I’m struggling with my weight, reading this list (out loud) always seems to brighten my spirits and improve my attitude.
It feels good to remind myself of how important this list is in my daily life. I think I’ll start reading it a lot more because it inspires me to live out of the descriptions.