What is Empowerment?

We hear the word empowerment thrown around regularly these days, whether it is in a work or personal context.     But what does Empowerment really mean?

For me, Personal empowerment comes within yourself.  It results in self-reliance, self-responsibility and self-respect.  It takes practice and can be a very personal thing.  It can also include:

•    Realizing your value
•    Valuing your time ( and Personal time) and expertise
•    Respecting yourself (and other people)
•    Standing up for yourself – assertiveness
•    Having Good Boundaries in place
•    Learning to say No
•    Checking in with yourself? Do I want to do this? / Does this feel ok to me?
•    Asking for help
•    Being Calm, clear and courageous!
•    Not allowing other people’s negativity to get your down
•    Not taking on ‘ other peoples’ stuff

Take a look at this list today – where do you give your power away?


Lisa

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