Showing Ourselves Respect

Ladies and gentlemen know the importance of respecting themselves.

Dear Cotillion Students,

Respect is empowering and helps us be more cognizant of ourselves and others. As teenager, and as people in general, we are often not as respectful of ourselves as we should be.

This week really think about how you are showing respect for yourself. Your posture, your thoughts, your actions, and your words, should all show respect for YOU!

Posture: When you stand up straight and hold your head erect you are telling the world-and yourself-that you are someone important and that you are proud of yourself. Added bonus: When you have good posture it will increase your confidence and your courage.

Thoughts: It is important to give yourself the affirmation that you deserve. Recognize the great things about you and see the things that you do well. When you do something well, or are making an effort to learn something new or when you keep working at something that is difficult, acknowledge it. See yourself for who you really are and all that you can become. Believe in yourself!

Words: If someone says something unkind to you, choose not to internalize it. (It is usually because they are not feeling very good about themselves and need some way of venting). And be careful to show yourself the respect that you deserve by not saying unkind things about yourself or putting yourself down. We all make mistakes-it’s part of being human. Do not let your mistakes define you. You define you!

Actions– Be your best self.

• Choose to act today like the person that you want to become.
• When you have a bad day or make a mistake, apologize and then forgive yourself. Be careful to not expect perfection.
• Take care of your body. Eat well, exercise and get the sleep you need to show your body the respect that is deserved.
• Learn about yourself and the gifts and talents that you have so you can further develop them.
• Learn all that you can so you become the very best version of ‘you.’
• Choose good friends-those that show you the respect you deserve.
• Make good choices. Even when others are making poor choices, make good choices. Your choices show that you respect yourself and your values.

You are unique, you are wonderful, and you deserve to be respected. It is easier to treat others with kindness and respect, when you are showing kindness and respect to yourself.

Have a wonderful week- you deserve it!

Love,

Mrs. Achiu