Celebrate Yourself More
When was the last time you told yourself, “Good job”? Not for perfection. Not for being the best. But just for showing up. Trying. Beginning again.
Let’s be honest, if you spoke to your friends the way you speak to yourself, would you still be friends?
A question hit me like a brick wall this week as I was scrolling through Instagram. It asked:
“Name three people you love.”
Then it followed with:
“Did you include yourself?”
Oof.
That moment made me stop in my tracks. Because I hadn’t and that seems like a problem.
The Truth Is, We’re Often Our Own Worst Critics
This week, I caught myself spiraling just a bit. I was thinking, “You’re not doing enough. You’re not making progress. You’re failing.” --- But then I paused and took inventory.
And realized I had accomplished far more than I gave myself credit for. I’m building something that matters, moving forward. Just maybe not as fast as my ego wants.
I had to remind myself: Progress doesn’t have to be loud to be real.
There’s a Difference Between Critical and Cruel
Being critical is rooted in care. It’s you saying: I know I’m capable of more. That’s healthy. That’s growth. It’s the positive fuel you need.
But being mean to yourself? That’s sabotage. There’s no badge of honor in bullying yourself into success. And honestly, that kind of sabotage will not lead to success.
We live in a world where we applaud others for their first 5k, their 10-pound loss, their 9th Spartan Trifecta... But turn around and beat ourselves up for walking a mile or “only” losing 5 pounds.
Let me tell you this right now:
If you laced up your shoes and moved today, you’re a champion.
If you made one better choice, you’re a fighter.
If you got up and tried again, you’re winning.
This Week’s Challenge: Hype Yourself Up
This week, I want you to shift your inner voice. Instead of punishing yourself for what you didn’t do, praise yourself for what you did.
Ran/walked a mile? 🔥
Ate clean all day? 🔥
Started something you’ve been putting off? 🔥
CELEBRATE – IT – ALL
Give yourself the same grace you give to others.
Speak to yourself like someone you love.
Because you should.
