Life has a way of throwing curveballs.
I've been striking out left and right lately. There have been many circumstances out of my control that have come my way the last few weeks. I've felt a little lost, insignificant, and extremely frustrated. While this has been a bumpy patch, I know that nothing lasts forever and this too shall pass.
But the impatient part of me screams, "yeah, but what can I do NOW to get through it?"
The answer: FIND YOUR STRENGTH.
When life throws you curveballs or you face situations that may be outside your control, focus on your strengths to gain some confidence and take control where you can.
Recently at work, we have taken the CliftonStrengths assessment (formerly known as Strengths Finder). The philosophy behind this is to focus on your strengths and talents instead of focusing on your perceived weaknesses. To take something what comes naturally to you and greatly enhance it. This has been an eye-opening experience to explore my strengths and approach them in a new light. If you haven't taken this assessment before, I would highly recommend it - then share the results with friends or coworkers.
Consider where you excel or what you can do to make yourself feel powerful and in control. Remember these strengths when you find yourself in a situation where you feel powerless.
What are your strengths? What will bring the swagger back? What areas do you excel?
