up . Stop ! Remember , there is no one who is exactly like you . We are all a unique and valuable puzzle piece in the Human Story . The story cannot be completed without your puzzle piece . Comparing yourself to others is like comparing the taste and juiciness of an orange to that of a banana . They have been created completely differently , each having its own purpose and characteristics . There is no good and bad , no better or worse , no right or wrong . There are simply differences .

Being unique is a gift . Embrace it . Express it , don ’ t hide it . That will take a little courage as we have been taught all our lives to conform and fit in . We are taught how to dress , act , even think . There are more ways than one to do things . There are many ways to be in the world . As a society , we don ’ t honor differences . As a matter of fact , we look down on them , even use them as the basis to hate . Hate comes from fear . Being different is rich , not something to be feared .

Without differences there would be no innovation , no creativity , nothing original . We might not have music , art , or new technology . We enhance the world by bringing something new and different to it . You bring something new and different to the world too when you are you . Stop comparing yourself to others and trying to be like everyone else . Embrace the real you and spend your time bringing the real you into view everywhere in your life .

You are magnificent ! If you don ’ t believe me , try this exercise . Make a list of your accomplishments at the end of every week , personally and in business . Every achievement is an accomplishment . It doesn ’ t have to be monumental like curing Cancer . Accomplishments come in all sizes . Unfortunately , often we only honor the big

ones like finishing your graduate degree . All accomplishments are valuable . A small or medium accomplishment , like putting a smile on the face of a stranger , sticking to your exercising routine for a whole week , reaching your goal weight , finishing a book all count , and should be celebrated too . Be generous with yourself as you create your lists . It is one of the best ways I know to remind yourself of and own your value .

At the end of every month review your weekly lists . See how accomplished you are ? See the value you bring to the world every day in every area of your life ? Now claim your value and own it . Don ’ t hide . Don ’ t settle . Be the amazing person you came here to be and that will elevate your self-worth , your life , and your business or career .

NANCY OKEEFE - Nancy is a Certified Human Design Specialist , intuitive coach , and compassionate transformer , who helps women peel back the layers of who they have been taught to be to reveal who they truly are so they can live their inner truth , go after their deepest desires , and create a life filled with success , satisfaction , and joy . Nancy is a certified Executive Coach from the College of Executive Coaching , holds an MBA from Babson College in Entrepreneurship . She is a certified Career Transition Coach , Fascination Advantage ^® Advisor , and Certified in Conversational Intelligence ®. Download your free guide 3 Sacred Gifts Your Human Design Chart today ! Learn more about Nancy ’ s services at www . NancyOkeefeCoaching . com

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