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Post by lacypooh on Jan 3, 2011 14:11:35 GMT -8
One thing I know I do/did was block out the good in my life. This must stem from low self esteem. For a long time I didn't understand that I didn't love myself. I felt I was ok and it was everyone else who had the problem. I didn't understand why I kept being hurt by others, but after experiencing the same kind of cycles I knew the problem had to be within me.
Anyway, after months here, I discovered the self sabotage, and although it's still hard for me to admit, I don't/didn't believe I deserve good things, but it must be true. Well now I am trying to stop blocking out good things in my life. I have a list of goals that I am almost scared to reach for because in the past I'd get so far and then just stop. I want a better life. I want better in all areas of my life.
So I'd like some helpful insight on how I can stop sabotaging my efforts to improve my life( although I think i have made progress).
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Post by lacypooh on Jan 3, 2011 18:29:22 GMT -8
Paisely,
I found that very helpful, it reminds me of the song I dedicated to my inner child, Paramore- Only Exception( link to song below), thank you!
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Post by gordana on Feb 11, 2011 20:35:31 GMT -8
I Can definitely relate to blocking good things out of my life. I am at a crossroads now, allowing myself to accept and create better for myself. I got a promotion at work, and with it more responsibilities. I was so stressed out and thinking negatively. I do not deserve this position, I will not be able to do it, I am not smart enough, etc....... It went on and on and on. Then I let go and allowed myself to just do the best I could, with my H P's help. I have learned new things, and already done so much for the company. My self esteem just rocked it sky high. I know deep in my soul that I am capable of so much more. And with this comes a feeling of great sadness, that I am 53 years old and just now discovered the power I have within myself. I accept the fact and the losses, but I will not settle. I am moving up. despite my age. I also met a nice man who has been very consistent with keeping in contact and I enjoy his company very much. But I am looking at all the wrong things, like he is too short, has a crooked tooth, works on weekends, etc. These are all things on the outside, but he is so far, beautiful on the inside. I am going to sabotage this relationship, because I don't think I deserve a good man who really likes me. So, I am working on building up my self esteem by telling my little girl, that she deserves this attention, and someone who wants to be with her, and who is just simply a nice person. It's hard work gordana
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Post by Freetolive on Jul 11, 2011 15:53:59 GMT -8
I'm trying to stay off facebook for 30 days. It's not healthy for me to be stalking around. I hope by staying away for 30 days I'll be better able to move on. It's time for some self love in this here matter.
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