Advocating for yourself and your journey

When you are actively trying to improve yourself and change your life, people will always have something to say. 

As much as it should be a case of something positive to say, people feel entitled to try to impose negativity on things they do not understand or respect. 

When attempting to reorient your thinking and actions towards your dream life, you are going to change right before people’s eyes. Suddenly, you are doing things differently and talking about yourself and your life in ways the people around you are not used to. This can cause shock or resistance, humans tend to feel threatened by any change, even the good in their loved ones. 

Your friends may be upset you aren’t doing the same old things you used to with them. Your family may get annoyed that you aren’t putting up with the same stuff you used to. Your partner could feel like you are growing in a different direction to them. 

It is easy to feel guilty or uncomfortable with their negative perceptions and perhaps, even negative commentary. But, it is so so so important to advocate for yourself and your new way of life. 

There are many physical, external things that seem like they are standing in the way of your dream life. But, the reality is, there is only one, and that is you. 

You decide whether obstacles turn into failures or whether you prevail over them. You decide whether negativity from others will stop you from achieving what you want or not. 

Become the fiercest advocate for your own success. Remind yourself that other people’s perceptions only affect your life if you allow them to change your thinking and behavior. 

As for debating if you should confront, avoid, or ignore people in these situations - that can only be evaluated by you. Check in with yourself to see what is the best way to handle it. 

Advocating for yourself does not necessarily mean to speak out - it can absolutely mean to speak inwardly and remind yourself of what truly matters - getting the life you exist for.  

Stay strong in your efforts. Believe in your perseverance. Actively work towards your purpose regardless of what people think. You deserve it. 

• Dani 💚💙