#65
First impressions take a long time to change.
So how do you make sure that you leave a great first impression?
It starts with your introduction.
A lot of people are intimidated when it comes to talking about themselves. Instead of leading with their best qualities or achievements, they “dumb down” their identity to make themselves more available to others (or to avoid unnecessary attention).
Let’s take a quick look at the definition of “dumb down”: to simplify or reduce the intellectual content of something so as to make it accessible to a larger number of people.
Here’s a big, bold statement that has the power to change your life (should you embrace it).
Stop making yourself smaller to make other people feel comfortable.
If you are great at coding or cooking or crafting, shout about it. Someone in the world needs exactly what you are passionate about. Use it to make life better!
If you value kindness and honesty, declare it and honour it when you build relationships. Surround yourself with people you can grow with daily and together you will inspire others to embrace their authentic self too!
If you love exploring the world, be the one to connect others and invite them to join you. Be the change you wish to see around you!
Do you know how many people in the world have the unique set of skills, grit, knowledge, experiences and abilities you have? Zero.
Yes, you read that right.
You are one of a kind.
Next time you describe yourself to new people, choose your introduction carefully.
Your words have the power to open doors for you and present you to opportunities, places, and people you’ve never imagined possible.
It all starts with how you perceive yourself and who you choose to be every single day.
