Respect Yourself

If a pen no longer works, we throw it away. If the shoes now have holes in the bottom, we get rid of them. If the car can no longer be patched, we give in and buy a new one. Sometimes there is still life in the material objects, but rather than taking the time to repair and reuse, we throw simply throw away. There are times when the item is still full of life, but something bigger and better has come out on the market, so we trade-in and replace.

It’s so easy for us to get rid of material things that cause no harm to us. Yet, situations and people who hinder our progress and belittle our actions, many times get to set up shop with a long-term lease. The friendship may have been good three years ago, but no longer serves any purpose. No one says you can longer talk, but if you’re growing and that friend remains the same, maybe your time together needs to be minimized. If you find yourself spending less time with family and friends, because of a significant other – it may be time to re-evaluate that relationship as well. No good companion will keep you away from your family and friends. If your job is turning your hair gray and keeping you away from your kids, maybe you should consider switching departments or jobs completely.

Your happiness and success will only come from you. No one can do more for you than you are willing to do for yourself. The key is in your pocket and the password is in your hand. Know your worth, respect yourself.