If you’ve been feeling powerless in any way lately, this blog post is for you. We all go through times of feeling small in life, like we aren’t reaching our fullest potential. What if the answer is to step into the power that’s already within us? Look no further than this list for small but effective ways to become more powerful in your life!
1- Remember that YOU are the main character of your life.
That’s right—not the person you want to be just like, not the ex you’re still hung up on, not your family member or friend or partner—YOU! Often times, we put someone other than ourselves at the center of our worlds. It could be out of admiration, envy, romantic feelings, care, intimidation, or anything in between. We might do it subconsciously, but once we shift into being more intentional, the rest should follow suit.
If you need a reminder of why you should be at the center of your own life, here it is—you’re the ONLY person you’ll spend 100% of your life with, without fail. Every moment, from the hardest to the most magical, you’ve been there for. The people to whom you’ve given an unwarranted spotlight are just extras in your story. Even those who have rightfully earned a significant spot in your life can’t fulfill the role of main character. Only you can do that! So, why not step into your power and own it?
Of course, this tip is more of a mindset than a tangible action, but it can shine through in the way you carry yourself. You’ll start to realize that the time you’ve spent fixating on what others are doing, you can now invest into yourself. This can include investing your health (physical, mental, etc.), success, confidence, happiness, and even the relationships that enhance your life. These investments, funded by your main character energy, WILL pay you back!
2- Remember that you’re ALSO the writer, director, producer, etc. YOU call the shots!
Calling your own shots can take countless forms. For example, you can set your own boundaries and standards, and uphold them with confidence. The people who cross your boundaries or don’t meet your standards just aren’t for you. This should be much easier to accept when they’re not the center of your life (you are)! The fact that you can control who you welcome into your life makes you very powerful. In another example of calling your own shots, you can set your own goals based on authentic desire, make action plans to achieve them, and carry out those plans effectively. The common denominator is your ability to make your own choices according to what’s best for you.
This power shouldn’t be taken for granted but exercised thoughtfully and intentionally. To quote one of my very first blog posts, Which Philosophy Speaks the Truth?, “The things you are able to control still make you an incredibly powerful force. Tapping into that power can bring you amazing gifts, including those that you least expect.” If you haven’t read that post yet, go check it out—it’s a classic, and it’s relevant to this topic!
3- Hone in on the things about yourself that make you powerful.
Not only are you the only person you spend 100% of your life with, but you’re also the only person exactly like you. That, right there, is a superpower! You might possess combinations of traits that aren’t the easiest to come by. By putting them to good use more regularly, your power should feel that much stronger. A good question to ask yourself regularly is, “in what ways can I channel my strengths and best qualities into something positive?” Examples of this could include a career path, job, side hustle, passion project, relationship, friendship, hobby, etc.
It may take trial and error to figure out what ventures are most compatible with these special traits of yours. That’s okay, though! The journey can be just as valuable as the destination in that it teaches you more about yourself and creates memories you’ll someday cherish. The more confident you are in your power, the more committed you’ll be to exploring until you figure out what’s best for you!
4- Even when things don’t work out as planned, make an effort to remain confident that they will eventually work out.
Stepping into your power isn’t just an active process, but a passive one as well. In other words, having faith in the bigger picture during times of uncertainty makes you more powerful than you know. Of course, once you get over that initial hump of something not working out, you can proceed with constructive action-taking in whatever ways feel right for you and the circumstances. In doing so, though, the goal is to stay patient and trust that things will unfold how they’re meant to. As long as you’re doing your part, you’re doing all you can! The blog post referenced in #2 explains this in detail as well!
The bottom line…
As easy as it can be to lose touch with our power, sometimes all it takes is a few simple shifts. May these tips make you feel more connected to your power than you have in a while!
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