Yesterday I interviewed a podcast guest and after we were done recording I asked for her thoughts about how it went.
One of her comments was “you are very good at this-asking questions and keeping the conversation flowing.”
I thanked her and then said something I don’t believe I have said much: “I am pretty good at that.”
It wasn’t cocky or bragging and it felt good to say it.
I realized I have come a long way in my confidence journey. It wasn’t that long ago that I would not have said anything like that out loud. As I have continued growing and acknowledging my gifts I still would feel “funny” about saying these things to myself or to others. But yesterday I said it as a fact because it’s a) true and b) I am much more confident. It feels really good to recognize my self-worth!
This is one reason why I started this coaching journey-I want all women to be able to share their gifts and acknowledge that yes-you have talents and worth and you should be able to unapologetically say it out loud.
What’s your talent or gift? How do you share it? When others compliment you, how does it make you feel? Please share in the comments.