I support me

One thing I learned during the past years is to appreciate myself.

I’ve always taken a healthy pride in my own work and I work hard whether others appreciate me or not.

I’ve always thought that it didn’t matter so much if others praised me just as long as I am confident in myself.

But sometimes, when you’ve worked so hard, you cant help but yearn for at least some support.

Just a little something to keep you motivated when your own supply of self-affirmation runs out.

Awhile ago, I got so disappointed because I felt like my efforts were not valued at all.

But then I realized that even if I had no control over how other people act, I have a choice on how I would react.

I could wallow all I want.

Or I could simply move on.

So I chose to move on.

I will still work as hard as I always do.

And at the end of the day, I will still tell myself, “Thank you!”

I know, tomorrow will be a better day.

Posted on: November 18, 2008
Posted in: Daily life lessons
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