Learning how to boost your self-acceptance won’t happen overnight; rather, it’s something that takes place over time. It may be easier for some than others, but the important thing is that you make boosting your self-esteem a priority! You will eventually reach a positive mindset if you determine here and now to boost your self-acceptance. Does that mean you won’t ever have a day where you feel crummy again? No, it doesn’t. But those days will become fewer and far between if you follow my tips below to boost your self-acceptance!
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1. Forgive Yourself
To boost your self-acceptance, you must first learn to forgive yourself. Struggling with the guilt of past mistakes hanging over your head daily will not help you progress, but rather hold you back. It’s not going to be easy, but it is an important part of learning self-acceptance. Forgive yourself and those around you for freedom and peace of mind!
2. Look to the Future
Living in the past is a mistake we all make from time to time. I’m guilty! But the past is over, and we have the future to look to! Set goals and aspirations for yourself, and strive to meet them. Don’t dwell on the pain and regret of the past. Be excited for what each new day holds!
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3. Surround Yourself with Positive People
You don’t need negative people in your life. Determine to surround yourself with positive people who uplift you! Start to cut out negative people and negative aspects of your life. If something doesn’t make you feel special, it’s not for you. Remember, no one can make you feel inferior without your consent. YOU determine your own happiness, no one else!
4. Be Flexible
You’ve heard the saying, “go with the flow,” right? Things may not always go as planned, and that’s okay! Learn to be flexible with changes in life. View something new as an adventure, and take everything for what it’s worth, leaving behind the bad and taking only the good from every experience you face.
5. Embrace Your Flaws
You are unique, you are special, and you are precious! There is no one else in the world exactly like you. What makes you different makes you beautiful! Embrace your flaws, and love yourself for who you are. Be excited over progress you make along the way!
6. Make Yourself a Priority
Carve out some time each week to do something you love. It could be reading, pottery, horseback riding, cooking, or weight lifting. Whatever you enjoy, make time for yourself! Everyone needs that escape. Make time for your emotional well being and your physical well being too, because that’s the key to staying healthy.
7. Choose to Be Happy
Each day, make a conscious decision to have an awesome day, regardless of circumstances, or someone else in your life. Smile, and embrace the day! You never know what may come your way, or how you will impact someone else. And remember, as I mentioned above, no one can make you feel inferior without your own consent.
When you realize that your self-acceptance is empowering in so many areas of life, you will be glad that you made YOU a priority! Recognizing your own value goes a long way toward your success in life, your career, relationships, and over-all happiness. Have you ever struggled with self-acceptance? Please share your experiences and how you overcame them below. I’d love to hear!
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Michelle: This was a much needed post for me! We need more of these!
Beau: I would also add writing thank you cards for things you have done for people to show you are a good person or write positive statements about yourself
Erika: Such an awesome reminder!! ❤️
Rithika: Great post ! Tnx for it :)
Miss: Great read!!!
Beth: Great reminder. Thank you
Amyk: Thanks. I needed this reminder.
Miriam: Great!!!! This article sure will come in handy :)
vanessa: awesome!!!
Julianne: Great Advice! Self love & acceptance helps every area of your life!
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