Life Principle #1: You Have Inherent Strengths

Life Principle #1: You have Inherent Strengths

Everyone has strengths & resiliency factors. Sometimes they are hard to see & get buried under the heaviness of a diagnosis, disability, dysfunction, or disorder (what I learned a long time ago from a positive psychology counseling professor to be the “Discouraging D’s”).

When everything seems to be going wrong & we continue to struggle with the same situation over & over again, it can be hard to see the light. As human beings, we can get consumed with what is wrong with us (or someone else) rather than focusing on what is right with ourselves & others. That “Discouraging D” label can stick with us & serve to disempower rather than empower us.

When this happens, it is important to be mindful of your thoughts. Are you thinking about what is wrong & not going well, or are you thinking about what is right & is going well? Are you taking positive actionable steps to improve the situation or get help? Our mindset impacts everything…our feelings, attitudes, and the actions we take (or not). Ultimately, it is our thoughts that determine the trajectory and outcome of our lives.

So, the next time you get down thinking about what is wrong in your life, challenge yourself to think more about what is RIGHT with the situation and with YOU! Think about one small actionable step you can take to move the situation forward and commit to doing it. Often times it’s the smallest step that can create the momentum and confidence you need to take each next step. You’ve got this!

Bible Reference: “Fix your thoughts on what is true, and honorable, and right, and pure, and lovely, and admirable. Think about things that are excellent and worthy of praise” (Philippians 4:8)

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