Learning How To Give Myself Credit

I am proud of me!

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During my therapy session this week, my new therapist noticed a pattern in my behavior where I tend to underestimate myself. Although we've only been working together for a few weeks due to my previous therapist going on maternity leave, she assigned me homework to help me acknowledge my accomplishments. 

She asked me to write down three things that I am proud of that I've done for the day.

It was surprising to me that in such a short time, my therapist was able to pick up on my behavior as it wasn't something I could see for myself.

Later that day, I shared what my therapist said with my friend, and she agreed that I don't take a moment to acknowledge my accomplishments. 

I started to wonder why I don't give myself enough credit, and I realized it's just conditioning. I learned certain behaviors from my grandmother, and I also internalized negative comments from my ex-husband about my abilities as a mother.

When I think about motherhood specifically, one of the things that I am most proud of is at the age of 32, I decided to go to therapy so I could be a better mother for my children.

I decided to homeschool them for six years, even though I had no prior teaching experience. When they transitioned back to traditional school, they were able to pick up right where they left off at home, and they were even ahead of their peers in some subjects.

I did that shit! 

I have always advocated for my children and provided them with the resources they needed to grow and heal.

I have also nurtured their passions and made difficult choices to ensure their happiness. 

I am proud of the woman I am becoming, the choices I have made for my children, leaving an unhealthy marriage, and creating a better life for us.

I am also proud of my ability to pay my rent and bills, decorate my home beautifully, and get a new car, all on my own.

I am proud to say that I have healed my mother wound, which caused me years of pain. Now, there are certain things that she has said and done that no longer affect me.

Lastly, I am proud of my commitment to self-growth and healing. Before therapy, I would not have thought much about the things I just listed, so my therapist was right. I need to give myself more credit.

I am sharing this to remind everyone to take a moment to appreciate themselves. I am proud of every little thing I have done to improve my life, even when it was tough.

I hope this encourages you to appreciate yourself too. Remember to give yourself credit if you can relate because you are doing an incredible job. 

I see you, and I am rooting for you!

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