Inspiration: Believe in Ourselves
Inspiration for your week: The rewards for hard work are often delayed, so we have time to learn to believe in ourselves.
Does it ever seem like you’re not getting anywhere? Do you question whether you’re using the right approach? Wonder if it’s making a difference?
I often feel that way. But then, some small victory comes along and I am encouraged.
I wonder why the results of my work aren’t immediately apparent. Immediate gratification would make so much more sense, don’t you think? And it would make continuing to work much easier.
But when I think back on these experiences I realize I have received subtle rewards from having to wait that I wouldn’t have gotten from a quick, superstar win. Because of the wait and the uncertainty, I have learned to treasure the small successes along my path. I have learned (and continue to re-learn) self-confidence with each new challenge.
And somewhere in there, I learned to look inward for my affirmation and to fight for what I believe in, for the work I do. I have learned to believe in myself.
And the rest of the world was waiting for me to do this.
Believing in yourself is the real reward.
Stopped in to see your web page… You have done a wonderful job. Enjoyed reading your blog…so much truth to your words.. we live in a fast pace world so we expect fast success. I think if we go slow we grow. (Patience learned along the way).
Anyways Great work, Great platform. Wishing you continued success in all that you do!!
@clbeeton
Hello, Cindy! Thank you for your thoughts and your encouragement. Everything is fast, immediate, done-already. And with that comes a pressure to perform and expect that way. I love your “go slow we grow” quote. I also love seeing your artwork on Instagram. Lovely gallery!
You have encouraged me greatly, thank you so much.