1. listen to God — He knew you before you were born. He interceded between heaven and hell for you to spend eternity with Him. He took your punishment upon Himself so that you, His precious child, would not have to endure it. “But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God” – John 1:12
2. stop comparing yourself to others — COMPARISON KILLS. it will pollute your mind and tell you that you’re not up to standard or good enough. One of the most resonating things I have ever heard was this: “A rose can never be a sunflower, and a sunflower can never be a rose. All flowers are beautiful in their own way.” Comparison exudes negativity and you will get lost in it. that’s the hardcore truth.
3. laugh often, smile more — a smile is the most attractive thing! laughter is the best cure for anything! yes, even on bad days. show those teeth. those are the secrets to being brightening yourself up. I want to look over at you and see sunshine!
4. God has made everyone unique — Have an attitude of gratitude. You are you. you are PRECIOUS to HIM. There is no one alive who is you-er than you!
5. surround yourself with positive people — be around people who invest in pursuing a relationship with you. those who build you up. C o n f i d e n c e is infectious!
6. be patient with yourself — be a friend to yourself. give compliments and show understanding. no one expects you to always get it right the first time. Relaaaax and don’t be overly self-critical. You are God’s creation– a lovely work in progress, accept it. He who began a good work in you is faithful to finish it.
7. treat yourself to life — buy yourself those shoes. eat the dessert first because you can. have a movie night. go to bed early and get that extra hour of sleep. you deserve that!!
8. do things throughout the day that make you happy — go to the beach. paint a cool picture. get coffee!! find that adrenaline rush. go out with your friends. go run! there are sooo many things that you love to do. fill your happy well! Go where you feel most ALIVE
9. sing out loud, dance in public — don’t be too timid to sit out and let life pass you by. enjoy every moment you are blessed with! so what if you are off key? so what if you look like a dancing chicken? have fun– God blesses you every day! Happy looks good on you 🙂
10. love who you are!!! — look in the mirror and find 5 things you are grateful for! your eyes, your health, your personality, your athletic ability. Post that picture of yourself! PRAY for yourself. you are beautiful, you are strong. Rather than dwelling on the things you DON’T have or you AREN’T, focus on the things you DO have and things that you ARE. In a world where society is fake and exclusive, be the real you dude.
