#262: 5 SIMPLE WAYS TO STOP CARING WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK 

5 SIMPLE WAYS TO STOP CARING WHAT OTHER PEOPLE THINK  PODCAST #262: In this episode of #TheConfidencePodcast we’re chatting about: * Why we get stuck in the trap of caring about what other people think in the first place * How to break the cycle * Statements to help you refocus your emotional energy in a more productive and life-giving way As always, a quick hello to all of my Keep the Faith listeners, thanks for being a part of this extended community of contagious encouragement. SPONSORSHIP NOTE: I am proud to bring this podcast to you in part thanks to my partnership with Beautycounter. Beautycounter is more than just a company I believe in, it is the only company I trust fully for myself and my family.  Beautycounter has brought a new level of health to my household, reduced our toxic exposure, and increased my self-care routine and how beautiful and clean my skin is. I can honestly say that I feel more beautifully me, thanks to Beautycounter. Oh, and we are more than just a beauty company. We are a movement. We are on a mission to get safer products into the hands of everyone. We work because we can’t stand by idly as harmful chemicals cause our loved ones to get sick, struggle with fertility, and give birth to children with significant health issues. We work towards cleaner beauty everywhere because this is personal to all of us. Shop for your own Beautycounter collection at www.beautycounter.com/trishblackwell WHY WE GET STUCK IN CARING WHAT PEOPLE THINK We convince ourselves that others determine our worth and value. We all want to be at the big kids table. We want to be heard and noticed. We want to know that we are special. We want to fit in – and we want to stand out. We want validation. HOW TO BREAK THE CYCLE Create your own system of validation. -Know who you are. -Know what matters to you. -Know you matter to God. -Know that you are growing. Let go of your hope to win the popularity contest. -No one wins this contest. -Everyone has people who don’t like them. -You can’t control people’s opinions -Opinions are fleeting and fickle Take more action on honoring your heart -Follow your dreams -Honor what makes your soul sing -Tell your story and be yourself -Let your quirkiness shine -Meet more people and make more friends -Focus on spreading love and light in the world -If you aren’t polarizing then you probably aren’t making a difference in this world -Trust the plan God has for your life STATEMENTS TO HELP YOU REFOCUS YOUR MINDSET AND ENERGY IN A LIFE-GIVING WAY * I am loved and I have value. * It’s okay for people to disagree with me or not like me. It’s not okay for me to not honor truth in my life. * God made me as I am and has given me a story; I will not apologize for that story or compromise myself to win anyone’s affection or favor.I have God’s favor and that is all I need. * People liking me or not liking me has nothing to do with my value or place in this world – everyone is entitled to their own opinion, as am I. * I choose to spend my emotional and mental energy on things that bring me joy and that serve me to the move the needle forward in life. VIP BE MORE OFFER You’re a loyal listener. Or, maybe you’ve binge-listened to the show before. Point is, you love growing and you’re committed to being more of who you can be…well, I think you are a leader. I want to call you and invite you to consider yourself a Be More Leader.