“I know what I bring to the table – so believe me when I say that I’m not afraid to eat alone.”
What is *worth* and what is it defined by:
In today’s world, most people seem to have on foot in the real world and other in the online spectrum. In a society like ours, where everything is easily compared and harshly judged, it’s easy for people to fall into the materialistic trap. It is easy for people to think that their worth is based on what they have, and most importantly, what they have to show. The ‘want to appear’ seems to have trumped the ‘need to be.’
For modern women, the struggle is as real as ever: on the one hand, in order to succeed in a highly competitive, social media environment, it is important to recognize our worth as well as showcase it. We can showcase our worth through the pictures we post, the clothes we wear, and the decisions we make. On the other hand, to know our worth is a whole different ball game.
Worth should not be a standard by which you criticize yourself with – it should be a constant practice.
The way worth is practiced varies. Whether it’s about maintaining a certain level of dignity (for what she personally understands dignity to be) or whether it’s about practicing kindness, discipline or/and freedom, daily actions are what will ultimately build confidence. And confidence is worth’s best friend. One thing is for sure – it is important for a woman to maintain her own sense of worth, whatever her own definition of the word is.
Why is it important for a woman to know her worth? In a nutshell?
Because once a woman knows her worth, her life and the lives of the people around her can, and will only improve.
We asked some powerful women we know what are some of the *things they do on a daily basis* to remind themselves that they are *queens*:
- Take care of appearances – “It seems like a superficial thing, but every day I make sure I look good. Not for other people, but for me. I admire people who admire themselves. And what better way to show it, and feel it, than taking care of yourself, inside and out? I take pride in my things, and the way I look – to me that’s showing respect and paying homage to how fortunate I am. Not everybody has the privilege of time to care about themselves.”
- Educate yourself – “I like to learn new things. But more than liking, I think it is very important for a woman, and any person, to be educated, and always keep an open mind. Things change constantly and we must keep up with the latest trends and discoveries – not just the Kardashians. I like reading the news or navigating through different channels.”
- Practice gratitude – “It’s easy to feel beaten down when you’re having a bad day and everyone on social media seems to constantly be on cloud nine. Reminding myself of all the blessings I have, brings me back to Earth. Which is important – humility helps me to see things more clearly and objectively.”
- Have a checklist – “I promise it works! Having a checklist is not about control – it’s about reminding yourself that every day you can do something to improve your life. And that in itself can be very powerful. Worth is power, power is worth.”
- Set boundaries and respect them – “As women, we are always taught that we should be understanding, kind, lovable, compassionate and basically rainbows, all the time. Whilst, being a good person is a great thing to be, don’t let the love you feel for others compromise the love you have for yourself. Know what you stand for and do not stand for, and stick by that. Relentlessly.”
- Remind yourself what the right narrative is – “Growing up we were told that there are roles, colours, tastes and even sounds for women, that were not for men- and vice-versa. We were taught that a real woman takes care of the house, or that a woman that respects herself is of a certain size. What I do to remind myself of my worth is to remind myself that the narrative I was brain-washed by as a child is wrong. That my worth is independent of the males in my life – and that it has got nothing to do with their relation to me.”
- Take control of your mind– ” Your mind is the most powerful tool you have. Take control of your body and your mind. Your mind will decide how you see and treat your body, your sexuality and your life. Face your fears and believe that you have the power to achieve anything.”
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Written by Giada Bertola