Whenever we know a good friend has a problem, we tend to caress him, to encourage him to overcome it.
We tell him that it is not so important, that he will manage to find a way.
We tell him that we believe in his ability to succeed and we help him to relax and get ready to find a solution.
However, sometimes we are not able to do the same for ourselves, and we treat ourselves harshly instead of supporting ourselves as our best friend would do.
Don't we deserve what we do for our best friends? Would we treat that way a good friend who has a problem? Are we worth less than him? Do we find certain pleasure or comfort in punishing ourselves? What makes us apply different scales to us and to other people?
These are important questions. They tell us the truth about what we believe we are worth as compared to others. If any of the answers is discomforting, you may be willing to change your beliefs and start treating you as your best friend. After all, you are the only one who shares 100% of the time with yourself. Better be on good terms with yourself!
That´s why I need you guy! my best friend!
ReplyDeleteGreat post, coherence is something very important for our lives.
Sorry I was so busy these last weeks.
Thank you, Juan!
ReplyDeleteCoherence is important, and self-esteem essential to be happy, no matter what happens in our life!
See you soon!