There are days that I question myself and what I’m capable of. I have a ton of goals and dreams and I sometimes wonder if they are possible for me. Sometimes I wonder if I can show up for myself in the way that I need to in order for some of these things to leave my head and become my reality. I know it’s imposter syndrome. I know it’s letting the negative self-talk get the best of me. It’s in those times that I have to remember to turn my inner critic into my inner advocate. Recently, I came across this mantra that resonated with me. It feels like something to hold on to when I need to remind myself who I am.
The Mantra: I am strong. I am present. I am capable.
I am strong.
Reminding myself that I am strong is necessary. It helps me remember all that I’m capable of. I think of all the things I’ve already accomplished. That alone lets me know that I do hard things. I’ve done it before and succeeded so why wouldn’t I be able to do it again?
I am present.
A few years ago, I really started working on being present. I know how much it bothers me to be talking to someone who seems to be a million miles away. It happens. We all do it. I’ve been focused on doing it less. It’s important to focus on what’s happening right now before I can give energy to what’s next.
I am capable.
Every day that I wake up is another chance to do great things. While I remind myself of what I’ve done in the past, I don’t live there. I only need to look back to remind myself what I’m capable of and encourage me in my future goals.
Do you have a mantra that you live by?
