Saturday, July 20, 2013

The Big “C”



I have had several opportunities to step into a career that has always been apart of me.  Nothing became of those opportunities because I had no confidence in myself or my abilities.  I have always known what I wanted, but for some reason, at that time, it all seemed “too big and too risky.” I would sit in meetings, saying to myself, “What am I doing here, I don’t think I have what it takes, there’s no room for me.” I did not think I could “keep up.” That’s what I told myself. I literally panicked. I talked and thought myself out of the career that I am now moving back into. I know I said early on when I started this blog, that I would stay away from clichés but this one rings true: You can have all of the dreams in the world, but having no confidence makes those dreams null and void. Confidence exudes optimism and it draws people to you.  Having confidence in what you can do and what you can offer makes people want to help you. Confidence goes beyond what you can do. Confidence equals being comfortable with YOU. That comfort makes it hard for you to look at another person as competition. A person that’s comfortable in his or her skin does not “size up” other people. (You know exactly what I’m talking out!) Being comfortable in your skin allows you to notice and draw inspiration from another. Confidence is not just a phase; it’s a lifestyle, a permanent mind-set. The next time you are picking out your attire for the day, I hope that you wear confidence with no apologies.

7 comments:

  1. Anonymous7/24/2013

    I think being comfortable in your own skin is the hardest lesson to learn. How did you get over your fear and get back to your career?

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    1. I got really sick of being afraid. I questioned why I would have all of these ideas and visions, if I was nit supposed to pursue them?! And..my desire would not go away. I hope that made sense :-) Your reading TamuTalks is greatly appreciated!

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  2. Anonymous7/25/2013

    So as you know Tamu being uncomfortable with self is not a bad thing. I think it motivates one to search and dig deep which can be a painstaking task. To grow and not become stagnant is beautiful. And You are beautiful and love watching you grow....life is a journey with planned and unplanned roads.

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    1. Maybe you should be writing a blog..that was good! Thank-you for the compliment.

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  3. Anonymous8/23/2013

    Um waiting on August 2013 ........

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  4. Dear "Anonymous"~Sorry for the delay, although I have to say it does make me smile to know that someone anticipates reading my blog. A new post has been created for YOU.

    Thanks for reading!

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  5. Anonymous9/09/2013

    Thank You!

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