Welcome back! I hope you’re keeping well and thriving!
Last week’s Thought for the Week was “The Role of Assertiveness in Conflict Resolution” and how assertiveness bridges the gap between empathy and standing up for one’s own needs, allowing for respectful, clear, and balanced communication in difficult situations.
If you missed it, you can catch up here
This week, I want to explore something many of us struggle with: Why do we find it difficult to talk about our successes and sing our own praises?
Whether it’s in the workplace, with friends, or even in our personal reflections, many of us shy away from acknowledging our achievements.
Why is that? Here are a few reasons why we hold back:
- Fear of Seeming Arrogant: Many people worry that talking about their successes will come across as boasting. Society often conditions us to be humble, but this can lead to undervaluing our accomplishments. Assertiveness and pride in our work can be healthy when balanced with humility.
- Imposter Syndrome: A common phenomenon where even high achievers feel like frauds, imposter syndrome makes it difficult to own our achievements. We may feel like we don’t deserve success or that we were “just lucky.”
- Cultural Norms: In some cultures, discussing personal successes is seen as inappropriate or self-centred, making it even harder to share wins. These norms shape how comfortable we feel in highlighting our strengths.
- Fear of Judgment: We often worry about how others will perceive us. Will they think we’re full of ourselves? Will they downplay our achievements? These fears can cause us to stay silent, even when we deserve to celebrate.
However, being able to talk about our successes is an important part of professional and personal growth. Sharing our wins isn’t just about gaining recognition – it’s about building confidence, inspiring others, and opening doors for new opportunities.
How Can We Get Better at This?
- Reframe Success as Learning: View your achievements not as something to boast about but as examples of learning, progress, and growth.
- Start Small: Practice discussing your accomplishments with a trusted friend or colleague to build confidence.
- Celebrate Wins as a Team: When talking about personal success, frame it in the context of teamwork or collaboration to take the focus off “self-praise.”
By talking more openly about our successes, we not only acknowledge our hard work but also inspire and empower those around us to do the same.
What are your thoughts? I’d love to hear your experiences around this topic!
“The more you praise and celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate.“
– Oprah Winfrey –
Thank you for taking the time to read this week’s thought and I wish you a week filled with recognition of your successes!
With warmest wishes,
Korinne Le Page
Thrive Coaching & Training– Empowering You to Thrive!
P.S. Please feel free to share your experiences and insights!
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