The Hidden Truth About Self-Worth (Hint: It's Not What Society Told You)
Have you ever watched a baby covered in porridge, making a complete mess while eating, and still felt an overwhelming urge to care for them? That pure, unconditional love we feel for babies isn't about their achievements or appearance—it's simply because they exist.
Here's a thought that might surprise you: You were once that baby. And somewhere along the way, society convinced you that your worth needed to be earned, measured, and proven.
The Measurement Trap
We've all been there. Checking the weighing scale first thing in the morning, refreshing our bank accounts to see if we're "successful enough," or comparing our life events to the highlight reels on social media. Maybe you're:
Comparing your salary to a friend who's traveling business class while you're working to pay off expenses
Measuring your worth against your academic achievements or your children's grades
Feeling "less than" because your life doesn't match the perfectly curated Instagram feeds
Here's the truth: Just like that baby covered in porridge, your worth isn't determined by your productivity, appearance, or bank balance. Yet somewhere along our journey, we internalized the belief that we need to be a certain kind of person, achieve certain things, or own specific items to be lovable again.
Lost in Translation
Often, we lose sight of our true mission and purpose because we're so caught up in these external measures of worth. We've been conditioned to believe that:
Hard work equals happiness (it doesn't)
Success means constant striving (it doesn't)
Worth must be proven (it doesn't)
What if I told you there's another way? My clients who've broken free from these societal measures of worth have experienced remarkable transformations. They've:
Left jobs they hated to pursue meaningful work, even if it meant taking multiple part-time positions initially
Chosen "eccentric" paths that others might question
Created lives uniquely their own, without regret
Your Worth Is Inherent.
Remember that baby analogy? That same pure, unconditional worth still exists within you. Working isn't about proving your value—it's about:
Creating positive change in the world while being fairly compensated
Funding the lifestyle that brings you joy
Sharing your unique voice and inspiring others
Living life on your terms, free from the need to please or impress
If you're finding it challenging to break free from society's measures of worth, you're not alone. These patterns often run deep, rooted in early experiences and reinforced throughout our lives.
Through Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT), we can address these core beliefs at their source, helping you rediscover your inherent worth and create a life aligned with your true values.
Ready to break free from society's measuring stick and embrace your inherent worth? Click here to learn how RTT can help you transform your relationship with self-worth.
