“Everyone has their unique journey, and it’s important to remember that perception is an elusive ideal. Sometimes, being a perfectionist can make us hesitant to engage in activities, fearing we will fail if we can’t do them perfectly. But we need to remind ourselves that perfection is not a prerequisite for participation. It’s absolutely okay to make mistakes and for things to not turn out exactly as we envisioned. Embrace the idea that you are a constant work in progress and keep growing and learning.
Take a moment to recognize the beautiful qualities that lie within you and truly appreciate them. Allow yourself to hold onto these qualities and be genuinely thankful for them. Let gratitude become an integral part of your daily routine no matter how small, as you find reasons to extend heartfelt appreciation to yourself. Take a moment to acknowledge and thank your body, mind, and heart for their incredible efforts in keeping you alive and functioning throughout the day. Your ability to practice gratitude will nurture a deep sense of self-worth and manifest an unwavering support system within yourself.
Release the burdens of self-doubt and criticism, allowing your true self to emerge. Say the affirmation, ‘You are worthy and good enough,’ as this thought serves as a potent reminder that self-acceptance is the cornerstone of inner child healing. Embracing this worthiness paves the way for your authenticity to take over as you shed the layers of societal expectations and self-imposed masks, revealing the genuine, unfiltered essence of who you are at your core. Through this process, you step into a world where self-love and authenticity coexist, guiding you toward a more fulfilling and harmonious existence.”
Empowering Yourself Through Inner Child Healing, Zitamae, p.206-207.
