2 Ways to Show Appreciation for Yourself

Jack Canfield gives some wonderful advice about showing appreciation for yourself. It's something supposedly we're not supposed to do. But if we don't, who's going to give us that oh so important pat on the back?

Sure it's great for the ego when someone praises us. However, the truth is that we do not need it to feel fulfilled! So go ahead, give yourself permission to toot your own horn and don’t wait for another to praise you.



Here are two suggestions:

1. Record Your Personal History

Take time to write your down achievements. Start when you were very young and think of all your achievements since then. Don't just pick the major milestones; write down all the things you take for granted.

For example, if you list your college degree, write your appreciation for having the opportunity to go to college and forge friendships that will last a lifetime.

You can also create a log of success every day and review it when you are faced with a new challenge. By writing it all down daily, you're securing it in your long-term memory and it will become a part of what makes you tick.

It can even become a source of positive reminders and affirmations for when you’re feeling down, as well as a personal record of you that becomes your legacy.

2. Celebrate Yourself with Mementos

Surround yourself with reminders of your successes. Put up pictures, articles, trophies, awards and other pieces that bring your attention to your success. Make your environment speak to you about your achievements. Be proud of them!

By the way, showing appreciation for yourself and accomplishments has many rewards that go far beyond boosting your own self-confidence.

Appreciating yourself creates a cascading affect—your heightened confidence will spill over into other aspects of your life. Watch what happens when you gain that special trust in yourself. You’ll attract opportunities, experience more fulfilling relationships, and have no trouble reaching loftier goals.

Remember, people like to be around those who have a healthy self-esteem and who are achieving their goals. Commit to acknowledging your achievements and your brain will begin to tell you the truth: that you can do anything!

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Jack Canfield, America's #1 Success Coach, is founder of the billion-dollar book brand Chicken Soup for the Soul© and a leading authority on Peak Performance and Life Success. If you're ready to jump-start your life, make more money, and have more fun and joy in all that you do, get your FREE success tips from Jack Canfield now at: www.FreeSuccessStrategies.com



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