Value

I love my job. Well, more accurately I love all three of them. 😂 In fact, I love my work so much that for a long time I let it define me. And because I was building all my value into it, it was very upsetting if I felt like my leaders weren’t seeing how amazing I am. 😉

Now, don’t get me wrong...overall I have had extremely supportive and encouraging leaders. This was my issue, not theirs. I was placing too much importance on who I was at work, and so needed them to validate everything. Which just isn’t possible.

So instead of trying to force them to see my value, or looking to their opinion to define me, I learned that I could explore what I had to offer to the world in other ways. I could do things I loved while volunteering, or working with other business owners, or supporting my friends. And you know what? When I let go of the need to be seen, I was seen more. I started to get more recognition and opportunities at work and outside of it. And, I became happier everywhere I was.

I remembered that God defines my value, and He says I am worth far more than rubies. Validation from others became unnecessary, and it was the most freeing changes in my life.

So remember, your value isn’t based upon anyone else, and don’t let anyone make you think it is.

#thesassysaint