Just a few weeks ago I made to one year at my job. I was really excited about it. I thought about it all day and smiled to myself. It was one of my biggest accomplishments. I haven’t worked in years. So of course a milestone like that is important. I was proud of myself. But do you want to know what I did to celebrate such a milestone? I did not one thing. I didn’t go to dinner or anything. I am kind of sad that I didn’t celebrate it more.
When I was writing my thoughts down in my journal later. I realize I really don’t celebrate myself more. I don’t celebrate my birthday much or anything. I graduated college and kept it to myself. In fact last week I was telling my mother-in-law about having an associate degree. She turned to me and asked me when did you go to college. I told her it was almost 10 years ago and she said she had no clue that I went back to school. Often times I am so quick to celebrate my kids more than myself.
La La Land Mommy: Learn To Celebrate Yourself
This is yet just another example of how I put myself on the back burner. I should be comfortable enough to celebrate my own accomplishments. It doesn’t have to be to the point of bragging. But it is okay to celebrate the things that I do. It doesn’t matter what it is. If I survived a rough week and I feel like celebrating it then I should. I plan on acknowledging myself more.
No matter how big or little it is you should definitely celebrate the things that are important to you. Lets get really if we don’t celebrate ourselves then who will. You can’t expect people to celebrate you if you don’t let them know what’s going on. It’s okay to talk about your accomplishments. I tend to stay quiet because I don’t want to be seen as bragging. But hey sometimes you have to brag on yourself. I definitely plan on bragging on myself more.
So let’s go ahead and brag. Tell me in the comments something that you accomplished.
What a thoughtfully written post. I used to get “lost” in the shadows. But as I get older I have learned to appreciate the protection that such shadows offer. If I’ve accomplished something, even if I’m the only one who knows it, I feel so good. It feels even BETTER when others “find out” what I’ve accomplished or endured without me having to say a word. It’s so genuine. I appreciate that. In time, you will too.
Yeah I don’t tell everything. I just want to acknowledge myself a little bit more. I agree that sometimes it’s best to be quiet.
I celebrate my kids but I celebrate myself. Shoot for every occasion Birthday, Mother’s Day and Christmas I buy myself a to me from gift.
Got a new job or hit a goal or I’m celebrating. They aren’t always big gestures but a celebration nevertheless. I might be a new top or a meal out.
I am learning that I need to give myself a high five on occasion. No one can celebrate me better than me.
Amen!!! This is so true! We stress ourselves out over failures but don’t celebrate our successes!
I am great at beating myself up but horrible at building myself up.
Oh no girl!! Always celebrate and validate your accomplishments. Not only will you have a closing to a great act, your children will see you congratulating yourself as well.
Yes I definitely plan on doing better. Who is going to celebrate me if I don’t.
Oh yes! This is a part of self love/self care! I celebrate myself daily even if it’s as simply as an affirmation of my beauty in the mirror. Thanks for sharing I loved this!
That is a great idea. I might have to give that a try.
The last thing we can do is forget to take care of home, and nope, I’m not referring to “home” as a significant other like that Dave Hollister song…but it’s in reference to ourselves. I award myself for the smallest accomplishments quite frequently because it seems to always keep me moving forward.
I definitely plan on rewarding myself more.
I am in the process of launching an ambassador program, and have been busy partnering with brands and just growing my overall brand! I am loving the process and the journey!
That is amazing! I know you can’t wait to see the end result.
Congratulations on one year! I try to celebrate myself more often than i used to. Sometimes it’s something as simple as getting a new book!
Yes a good book or just relaxing is a great way to celebrate yourself. I am trying to get better. Thank you!
Congratulation on your one year work anniversary. I am very guilty of celebrating my husband and kids, but I will certainly celebrate myself more going forward. Thanks for a great post.
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I have some of the same hangups when it comes to bragging or celebrating myself. I usually gloat about it for a day and then move on (so not good). I’m working on a day to myself but that’s taking mighty long to happen :). Until then, a massage will do!
Yeah. I am trying to get better at it. It can be so hard.
Yes! Party at yo house! Seriously though, congrats on your accomplishments and on realizing you deserve some appreciation!
Thank you so much!
Self-care is critical if we want to be our best selves. Our families deserve our best so we have to make time for self so we will have a better temperament when dealing with others.
I am definitely learning that I can’t make the people I love happy if I’m not happy.
Its my birthday today, normally I do something big every year but this year, I’m low key. I will be taking a trip at the end of the month. Ive been on my job a year as well! Congrats to you. Cheers to may more ways that you celebrate yourself.
Thank you! I hope you enjoyed your birthday. Happy belated birthday. Thanks for stopping by.