Dec/Jan 2024 Aspire Magazine FULL Issue | Page 104

intuition and “ gut ” feelings . Your wisdom might show up as a picture in your head , a little voice , a pang somewhere in your body or simply a knowing .

ASK YOURSELF :

• How does your inner wisdom speak to you ?

• What practice can you do to tap into it consistently so you can build trust in your inner wisdom ?

We all have fears . You can ’ t stop your fears . They don ’ t usually disappear , but you can learn to walk through them and live courageously . Fears exist to motivate us into action , to make us aware when danger exists so we can protect ourselves . Strengthen your courage . Use fear as a motivator not a stop sign .

ASK YOURSELF :

• What are you afraid of ?

• What have you been stopped from doing because of your fear ?

• What can you do to take that first step to strengthen your courage and walk through your fear ?

You are unique . You are enough . You were divinely designed to be perfect . Learn to recognize your valuable contribution and what it is worth . Don ’ t allow yourself to judge your self-worth by the standards set by others .

ASK YOURSELF

• Where do you judge your self-worth by the standards set by others ?

• What desires has it prevented you from achieving ?

Practice Emotional Intelligence by learning to control your own emotions and by having empathy and compassion for others . Learn to recognize your triggers and get in the habit of responding rather than reacting in an uncontrolled , chaotic way . Practicing the ability to do this helps you pause , regroup and respond without upsetting yourself , without creating drama , or deteriorating your relationship with others .