‘Don’t forget, while you are busy doubting yourself, someone else is admiring your strength’ Kristen Butler*

Here’s a takeaway for you. Focus is often on the things we are not proud of; it’s part of human nature. Yet out there are plenty of people who are full of praise and admiration for you being you. Reflecting on ourselves in a different way might be the key to shifting the way we think. What would happen if your thoughts worked this way instead? 

• If something goes wrong (in your eyes), it is seen as a learning curve. 
• When you are utterly exhausted, you know it’s your time to rest. 
• Believe that your thoughts are just that, they are not facts. 
• Know there is no need to be perfect, you just need to be you (what is perfect anyway?) 
• Think about what you would do, not what others would do. Trust yourself. 
• You don’t need to justify yourself to anyone. 
• Doing nothing is actually looking after yourself. 
• Remember that this is YOUR life, and no one else's. 

Shifting the way we think isn't always easy. It can take time, love, care and support. But taking a moment to focus on something good might just make your heart do a little flutter, and it feels great. 

*(Kristen Butler is the founder and CEO of Power of Positivity, and was an American Softball player.)