Personal Development...
is the process of working on oneself, internally or externally, or both. The development of one’s personal style. The development of one’s mind. Decide how you wish to be perceived and set about developing yourself to match that decision. You can do or be anything you want to do or be if you set your mind to it. It’s a matter of choice. We were all given the gift of choice. Don’t give your personal power away. You have the power to become who you really want to be, inside and out.
Who are you when you look in the mirror? Do you always talk about yourself? If you’re always noticing what others are doing wrong, you’re looking in the wrong direction. Look inward. You are a mirror to your own world. What you dislike about others could be a reflection of yourself. Change begins with you. YOU are the only person you have the ability to change in this world. Take close note of yourself and be the change.
Wake-up with a positive attitude. Ask engaging questions. Listen with interest. Don’t just wait for your chance to talk.
Be your own best friend. Self talk is hugely important. Make a list of your abilities, attributes, and accomplishments, and look at it often. Look in the mirror and give yourself a hug. Tell yourself how good you are. Be a good friend to others. Be a connector. Send a card, email, text, or an invitation. Don’t wait for someone else to do it and don’t keep count. Reciprocity is of no value to a kind and engaging individual. You don’t always know what challenges someone else is dealing with. Be proactive, not passive. Offer of yourself.
Words are powerful. Where are you getting your information? Repeating what you’ve heard isn’t knowledge. Do your homework before sharing your opinion. What you don’t know can hurt you, and others. Gossip is harmful, is of no value, and sends the wrong message if you’re trying to improve who you are. The new and improved you always thinks before speaking. Be the type of person that others gravitate to. Connect with honesty. Sincere conversion is balanced, not one sided and not light. There should be meat to it. Allow yourself to be vulnerable. Don’t give advice on what you have not experienced personally.
