Posted: September 6th, 2013
My positive attributes
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Someone calculates that the mineral content and physiological properties of the human body have a net worth of about $2.65. Many estimates, however, have been calculated to appraise the real value of human life with one unanimous decision. Every human being is priceless. No monetary value can adequately replace us. No amount of money can compensate for the capabilities of the mind, body, and spirit. This fact alone would make you think that each individual has a lot going in her/or his direction. We tend to dwell on our negative characteristics and this focus can really impede our quality of life. Perhaps the roots of American negativism can be traced to the dogma of Puritanism, where personal worth was believed to be equal to the work you did, and no amount of work was ever enough. It is a fact, however, that
Americans typically tend to take a very negative attitude towards themselves. Compound this with the concept of
self-filling prophecy and you have a no win situation regarding
self-esteem and successful strategies for stress management. We all have many positive attributes, those qualities that we take pride in form our physical, mental, emotional and spiritual make up. We need to be reminded of these qualities to boost our
self- esteem when the gray could of life start to collect over our heads.
Take a moment to reflect on your positive attributes; those qualities that make you unique. Select from all areas of your total well being including your physical, intellectual, emotional and spiritual dimensions. Write them in a list, and describe each one and reasons why you consider it to be an asset. If you can’t come up with 8 – 10 attributes, ask a few friends to suggest what they see as your positive attributes. You may be surprised to find what they see in you that you may fail to recognize in yourself. On days when you need a boost in your self-esteem, review this list.