Daily Prompt: When was the last time someone told you they were proud of you?
Having someone else tell you they are proud of you is great and all, but really, the most important thing is having pride in yourself. Working towards achieving goals and having that sense of satisfaction when they are met. A feeling of self-respect and self-worth is extremely important. Not to the point of narcissism (that’s over doing it), but enough to motivate, inspire and satisfy oneself.
Think about the last time you thought “when’s the last time I acknowledged I was proud of myself?”
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Great point! I think a having a certain amount of self pride is very healthy (especially for your mental state). It’s true that too much is a bad thing (and can be quite off putting).
Thanks for giving me something to think about. Definitely an area that needs a lot of work for me.
Yesterday. I patted myself on the back for a good job done at work. I don’t have to wait for my boss to tell me that.