With age, we mature and grow into wonderful women, but even though we are older, wiser and more empowered than ever, it can still be easy to forget our true value.
When life takes a difficult turn, our confidence can be knocked, and our sense of self-worth may take a nosedive.
This is why I recently asked some of my wonderful clients to think about what they would say to their 18-year-old selves, to boost their confidence, if they had the chance.
The new ‘Note to Self’ Series
I’ve collated these words of wisdom into a ‘Note to Self’ e-book and, in this new blog series, I’ll be sharing the stories in the hope that they inspire you.
Since their teens, these women have lived, loved and learnt so much. I felt that we could all benefit from their experiences and advice.
In this edition, you’ll meet Charlotte.
Charlotte’s ‘Note to Self’…
Look at you! You are beautiful. You will always be beautiful, that’s never going to change.
Look at you! YOU ARE CONFIDENT! And confidence will grow as you get older.
Trust your confidence. Trust what you’re doing. You’re doing great!
Gain knowledge! Have passions. No I don’t mean men (Although you will have them) I mean interests, have passions be passionate about things that interestyou.
You know you’re interested in food and catering. Gain more knowledge let it become a passion.
Gardening will one day become your solace. Embrace this and let it become a passion. It will lead to other passions opening a different world of passions.
ALWAYS ALWAYS Dance! You’re a great little dancer. Even If it’s only around the kitchen.
Move your body. Always keep moving.
Love your body (Yes, we know there are big calves) Your body is strong, and powerful.
You don’t need anyone to tell you’re beautiful. It’s always nice to hear, but always know!
Always take opportunities, any opportunities however they come your way.
Every so often do things for you! Do a boudoir shoot. Feel confident, Feel beautiful. BE SEXY! Feel empowerment.
If you ever don’t feel like this, always remind yourself you are all of these things.
BEAUTIFUL CONFIDENT PASSIONATE STRONG SEXY POWERFUL.
YOU ARE A FANTASTIC WOMAN.
Now go get ’em!
Thank you, Charlotte for those confidence-boosting tips!
Wow! Charlotte, thank you!
That was incredible and I know that women reading this will find great comfort from reading these inspiring words.
Related reading: How to reframe limiting beliefs to boost your confidence and wellbeing
Access the free Johanna Elizabeth ‘Note to Self’ book
Note to Self is a beautifully designed ebook with many more stories like this, and it’s completely free. I created it especially for you, so don’t miss out! Access it here.
You can also view others in the series here on the blog. Don’t miss these!
- Sue urges her younger self to stand out and be counted
- Andrea reveals how time has helped her find her inner strength
Love Johanna
~x~
