Tits Up!

For those of you familiar with The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, that was what Susie said to Midge every time before she went out on stage to perform; “tits up”. It’s about knowing who you are and confidently completely accepting yourself.  And others will see it. It is the energy you will give off!

Self-acceptance is a key to successfully thriving in any life transition. Facing most life changes begin and are 80% between your ears!  The rest is details. With self-acceptance comes a sense of being whole and integrated. And not being so concerned what others think. Able to move forward confidently with whatever changes you are dealing with.

When we’re self-accepting, we’re able to embrace all facets of ourselves—not just the positive, more “esteem-able” parts. Self-acceptance is unconditional, free of any qualification. We can recognize our weaknesses or limitations, but this awareness in no way interferes with our ability to fully accept ourselves.

A few benefits that happen with self-acceptance:

  • Diminished fears and doubts
  • Attract people who actually like you (new family)
  • Able to remove others from your life who are non-accepting / non-supportive
  • Less willing to compromise your needs to the wishes of others
  • Achieving self-acceptance increases self-awareness and develops self-love

I believe once achieving a significant level of self-acceptance, you are less likely to look to others for approval or care what they think.

5 self-acceptance exercises

  • Practice gratitude. Every day, write down three to five things you’re grateful for. …
  • Reframe your negative thoughts. Negative beliefs are the voice of your inner critic. …
  • Choose your support system. Make a list of the people you spend the most time with. …
  • Meditate. …
  • Embrace what makes you unique. Start by thinking of the things that make you special. …
  • Let go of the things you can’t change. …
  • Celebrate your accomplishments. …

Don’t forget to Forgive yourself. …

Wendy Cole Transition Mentor

I help people untangle their perplexing mindset around abuse, trauma, and difficult life transitions. And I help them shift their energy to embrace life’s changes, so they can do what they need to do, and confidently go forward.