As the world continues to test us in 2022, let’s explore your inner strength and self-trust. Have you ever looked at a person who is going through a difficult time in her work or personal life and thought, I could not endure that without falling apart? Well, the truth is that you probably could endure it and rise above it. We all have untapped reserves of strength within us just waiting to be called up for duty.
“Whether you fear it or not, disappointment will come. The beauty is that through disappointment you can gain clarity, and with clarity comes conviction and true originality.” – Conan O’Brien. The key is to use adversity to dig deeper into your emotional reserves and overcome the disappointment with strength.
Your inner strength is a deep force of intelligence that lies at the heart of you. Connecting to this authentic source of wisdom allows you to look at who you are and evaluate what you are capable of.
But why not tap into that inner strength to push you further even when things are going well? Here are some ways you can use your inner warrior to take your career to the next level:
Acknowledge That You Have Choices
Instead of blaming fate, the stars, or the actions of others, recognize that you always have a choice about your reactions to things that happen. It takes practice but you will eventually see that it is a choice to remain angry and bitter about something instead of focusing that energy on moving forward. Turning anger into determination is so empowering. Once you have mastered that skill, you will see results.
Arnold Schwarzenegger wisely said, “Strength does not come from winning. Your struggles develop your strengths. When you go through hardships and decide not to surrender, that is strength.”
Don’t Dwell on The Past
Do you spend so much time mulling over what you did and said? Sometimes these thoughts of past actions can keep you awake at night. Those hours spent staring at the ceiling could be far more productively used in planning your next move. Focus on the future instead and avoid the victim mentality; it is easy to get stuck in victim mode, feeling sorry for yourself. Mentally replaying a negative experience only prolongs your suffering and consumes energy – the very energy that should be directed towards taking action. Rather shift your focus to your next steps.
Don’t React Immediately
Although this advice may sound contrary to a lot of career advice, it is sometimes better to do nothing and say nothing. A lack of reaction is advisable in situations where clear-headedness is necessary but is not immediately accessible. When your fight or flight instinct kicks in, your inner strength may be needed to ignore it. Take time to assess the situation; take time to plan your strategy. Reacting to insults or adversity with emotion can only harm your image in the workplace (and in your family and social lives too). Once you are more level-headed and have had time to assess all the elements at play, you will be better equipped to make a sound business decision.
“Silence is a source of great strength” – Lao Tzu
Inner strength is not a skill that only the top businesspeople and motivational speakers have. It is within all of us. Inside of you is a fearless, strategic thinker with a deep reservoir of courage. This is what allows you to smash through your conceived limits and reach your potential through hardships and negative circumstances. Your inner strength is your most powerful tool for unleashing your potential and overcoming adversity – both in your personal life and in the workplace.
Life involves changes, challenges, and exciting opportunities to embrace!
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