Did you know that a negative self-image is NOT something we are born with, but actually is learned?
It all starts with thoughts that enter our minds (true or not, it doesn’t matter).
If you agree with them (that they’re true) then they are sent to your subconscious mind where they become a belief.
Once it becomes a belief, it acts just like a computer program. Your subsconsciou mind is DESIGNED to prove your beliefs true to you (remember- this is regardless of whether or not they’re ACTUALLY true!)
So let’s say when you were in 2nd grade you had a nasty teacher who told you you’re stupid.
You heard those words and because they came from a respected authority, your little mind didn’t know to reject them as false. So you accepted them as truth and that little thought became a belief that maybe you’ve carried with you through life.
Now, as an adult you will say something goofy in a conversation and the first thing you’ll hear is “See? You’re stupid.” Make a mistake, “Yep! Still stupid.”
Here is where the exciting part lies… Remember, your subconscious mind doesn’t know what is ACTUALLY true or untrue. It only knows what thoughts you have chosen to agree with, and it proves THAT to you.
All you have to do is change the program! Change the thought, agree with and believe it, and soon your subconscious mind has to prove THAT to be true!
So many of us go through life thinking that our self-image is based on what other’s think of us, how we look, how we dress, what we do for a living…
But NONE of that matters. Ultimately knowing that God designed YOU specifically the way you are, with a purpose, and choosing to believe and agree with what HE says about you is what is going to massively impact your self-image.
Do you struggle with self-image? Yes?! I’d love to hear more and see if I can’t help. Just message me right here at this page!
Love you!! I hope this encourages you, friend!💗
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