Hello Everyone & Welcome Back to the RealPositiveGirl Podcast!
Thank you so much for joining me again!
Happy Tuesday!
This week's theme for the podcast is: Encouragements for the Year
This week I want to give you ideas on what to focus on that will provide you encouragement throughout the year! I have chosen 5 things that are super important to your personal growth & that will help you on your journey to becoming your best self.
I hope you enjoy & pass these tips along to someone else that may need it!
Here are some notes from today's episode:
- I find that so many people hold back their opinion because of fear of offending others or being judged for what they are going to say. But I’m here to tell you that there is a way for you to speak your mind more often without letting either one of these things get in your way.
- The reason so many have trouble speaking their mind is because they were taught not to or ridiculed when they tried. It could also have been an experience of embarrassment or shame, too. Regardless of what it was, it was wrong.
- But I want to encourage you to stand up for yourself & say what you want to say (within reason of not bashing someone else, like someone may have done to you) when you want to say it.
- Your opinion is just as valid & appropriate as someone else’s because everyone is entitled to their opinion. But just know that opinions don’t equal facts, that includes your own. But you should still share what you think and feel with others. It’s super important you are able to contribute your own thoughts, which can allow someone else to learn from you & you them, if your thoughts are challenged.
- Now, maybe you have some of the issues I described or maybe you don’t & the biggest thing in your way right now is not sure how to go about saying what you want.
- I would encourage you to speak up to people you are most comfortable first. It’s a great place to start & get used to jumping into conversations or just sharing a random thought. Sharing with people you are comfortable with also allows you to not be so critical of yourself when you’re speaking.
- When you want to share with someone, you’re going to have cut back on your internal negative thoughts & self-critical behavior. Also, make sure you are aware of how emotional you are in your comments.
- What should you do about your fear of ridicule & judgment & non-acceptance? Honestly, let go of it. It doesn’t matter what others think of what you say. I know it can seem like it does because acceptance & possibly of judgement is in the balance, but don’t you want people to respect you more than being out of alignment with your thoughts?
- You should believe in the things you are saying. And don’t go into the conversation assuming no one will agree with you. And even if they don’t, that’s fine. Not everyone is going to agree; they shouldn’t.
- Share your mind. Share your thoughts. Be confident in what you want to share. And maybe sometimes you’ll be wrong & need to be corrected, or you’ll be challenged in your thinking, which is good & great for growth, but there will also be times others will appreciate what you’re saying & want to hear more & even agree with you.
Please share this podcast with anyone that may need this encouragement!
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