Speak Life

It's so easy to feel like a failure. The following phrases run through my head more often than I would like to admit: "I should have done that better", "I should have responded better than I did", "I didn't do that right", "All I seem to do is mess up"... and the list goes on. I'm sure you have your own similar list.

What I found about these little sayings is that they are essentially poison. I firmly believe in the power of words and over time, you will become what you think you are. If you think you are a failure, you will probably take on many of those characteristics over the course of time. But when you choose to speak life and hope and grace over yourself instead, I bet you'll find that you start to blossom. You'll tackle a new project with enthusiasm. You'll have confidence in your abilities. You'll feel like the princess God created you to be.

Philippians 4:8 says, "Finally, brothers and sisters, whatever is true, whatever is noble, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about such things."

Speak truth to your heart and dwell on your successes. Sometimes I think it's easy for women to discount their achievements and we don't generally like to draw attention to ourselves. Of course there is a line to be careful of, but I also believe that it's unhealthy not to celebrate the good things. Don't be afraid to pat yourself on the back when you've done something well, reached a goal, or are just having a really good hair day. I think when you start looking for nice things to say about yourself you will feel better about what you CAN do and it will be easier to accept compliments from others. It's not God's intention for you to walk around feeling worthless and like a failure. You are His daughter, and He is the Most High King! Start treating yourself like a princess :)

All that said, today my "pats on the back" are taking the time to do my devotions this morning, having a good day at work, and having a good workout out the gym tonight. Yay me! :)

Now take some time to pick at least one thing to give yourself a pat on the back for. Then do it again tomorrow :)