SELF APPRECIATION

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Self-appreciation is about turning the kindness you give to others inwards. Instead of blaming yourself for making mistakes or forget to do things, self-appreciation is about saying “thank you” to yourself for all the things you have done but taken for granted. Self-appreciation is not a commonly used term. Most people confuse self-appreciation with self esteem and self-confidence. But self-appreciation is actually very unlike the other two. Self-appreciation is the process of appreciating yourself. Appreciating yourself is about being grateful for yourself. You can be:

  • Thankful that your body is functioning properly.
  • Grateful that you are given your natural talents and gifts.
  • Appreciative towards your weakness too.

For example, "even though I’m not good at leading a team or negotiating a deal, I do appreciate my quiet and reflective nature as an introvert." 

Also, there’s nothing egoistic about self-appreciative. Some may think, “I can’t toot my own horn. I’ll be so conceited or arrogant. Praises and acknowledgment should come from someone else.” But that isn’t true. Unlike self-esteem, which may have an element of egoism involved, self-appreciation is all about being kind to yourself. Dr. Kristin Neff called this Self Compassion in her book of the same title.

How To Appreciate Yourself 

  • Don't wait for others to appreciate you. Do it yourself.
  • Use kind words
  • Keep a gratitude journal 
  • Give yourself a gift
  • Be yourself

When you appreciate yourself, you don't enhance your self image. You are just thankful. 

Start practicing Self Appreciation now!!! 



By: Sidiqah Uthman 

Source: Nerdy Creator 


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