Singing Tips Live by Benita Charles - Tip #40

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Singing Tips by Benita Charles - Tip #40

Your Image: Your Behavior

SELF-IMAGE/ SELF ESTEEM
"Self-esteem is the reputation we acquire with ourselves." -- Nathaniel Branden

"Wanting to be someone else is a waste of the person you are." -- Marilyn Monroe
"Never say anything about yourself you don't want to come true." -- Brian Tracy


In this episode, we discussed self image/ self esteem and how it affects your behavior in every aspect of your life. 

*Self image is the idea one has of one's abilities, appearance and personality. (Reference: Google)

*Self esteem reflects a person's overall subjective, emotional evaluation of his or her own worth.  It is important because it shows ourselves how we view the way we are and the sense of our personal value. It affects the way we are in the world and the way we act towards others. (Reference: Wikipedia)

Things that shaped self esteem:

Childhood
Experiences with family and friends
Work experiences
School/college experiences
Society (cultures/religion/race)


Here are 5 key ways to enhance your self esteem:

1) Love yourself
-- Be kind to yourself as you are to others
-- Accept yourself for who you are
-- Treat yourself to something nice (a nice bubble bath, a nature walk, etc.)

2) Take care of yourself
-- Your health is #1. You can't do anything if you're not healthy
-- maintain a healthy lifestyle: eat a nutritious meal/exercise/get plenty of rest/drink water

3) Give yourself a break
-- Practice positive self-talk (build yourself up)
-- Forgive yourself for your mistakes. Learn from them and move on

4) Schedule "Me Time" everyday
-- Ideally: 10 minutes first thing in the morning and 10 minutes in the evening before bed

5) Focus on your strengths, gifts and talents
-- Develop your talents and sharpen your skills
-- This will increase your self confidence and self esteem


Best wishes to you as you take your voice to the next level!

Much love,

Benita Charles Music

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