Be your own biggest fan
Something we all struggle with. As we grow, try to adult, and push to become someone we are proud of, being our own biggest fan can be somewhat of a task.
Recently, with the current pandemic, work's starting to be pretty challenging, and I feel like my mind is slipping into its old habit of self-criticism. The trail of thoughts that question my actions, my self-worth, and my direction pop up. Anger, sadness, frustration, and anxiety build up, fostering a challenge in my days that keep my mind entertained in a bad way.
I create worlds and realities in my head, which, even though I know it will never come true, still drive my mind in a chaotic direction.
It’s like that optimism of where you can go is questionable. Even though you have overcome many challenges in the past, the present and the future seem like an overwhelming force you cannot face.
I look within and see someone with scars, someone who has felt his worst parts. Someone who has exercised hope, and both won and lost. I pay attention to my actions on how I treat others and see someone I would be proud to call my friend. I see the mindset I employ. How I have developed great pride in the work I do giving it with great selflessness as a purpose I exercise, a duty I do, a never-ending ambition I foster. I put myself up on that pedestal not as a perfect human being but as one trying his best to be his best self and being resilient with his climb.
With the ongoing faith and the motivation to be my best self, I can genuinely say I am my biggest fan.
The happiness I live, the sadness I endure, the anger I feel, the hope I exercise, and my insecurities. All of which I am confident is part of the human game and experience. In a life where I will forever be pushing my potential in wherever my heart leads me, I’ll have myself forever cheering me on.
