I was in a spin class where the instructor asked us to name three things about ourselves that we liked. We were to spend time reflecting on each positive aspect of ourselves for several minutes before moving on to the next. I didn’t like it. No really, I didn’t like it. It was hard for me and I found myself spending more time trying to figure out what was at the root of this struggle.
I have created a posture of self deprecation. I would much rather think of qualities in others I admire than tell myself good job. Now before I paint a picture of this ultra humble person, let me be clear: I’m NOT. I just don’t usually consciously sit and celebrate myself. And while I strongly believe in humility I also think if we cannot celebrate our gifts we are diminishing the light God has given each of us.
Just as the hand has it’s task that is different from the eyes, we each have our own strengths. So I came home and challeneged myself to make a list of at least three things I want to celebrate in myself.
Can you list your top three strengths? Make a list. Write it down. Celebrate yourself.
