Do you wear the word 'humble' as a Badge Of Honour?

For years, I wore humility like a badge of honour. I believed it meant never thinking too highly of myself, always downplaying my achievements, and putting others before me. It was a comforting shield, a way to navigate the world without seeming arrogant or self-centered. Little did I know, this misconception was holding me back more than it was helping me.

When I finally looked up the definition, I realised being humble was in fact having a moderate to low estimate of oneself.

It all made sense thinking back on my journey as to why so many of the experiences I went through in leading by being humble, were the very experiences I was pretty much always being used in.

So number 1, if you're like I was, constantly holding yourself to this idea that you are humble, I urge you to STOP.

I am a huge advocate for sharing stories, as sharing is powerful—it inspires, it connects, it can even save lives.

But there's a fine line in allowing yourself to recount your story and remaining in a position of still holding yourself as 'humble'.

The person you are today is not solely defined by your story. Now that story has become about growth, resilience, and fully embracing you in the now and with that your own value.

Refraining from acknowledging your current worth and the journey that brought you here still reflects a modest or low estimate of yourself.

For me, breaking free from the trap of saying I am humble meant acknowledging my worth.

It took realising that sharing my story was merely a part of me, but who I am today and what I have achieved is me now!

It took me to see what others clearly saw in me by what it means to lead a movement, to rally behind a cause that impacts millions. It took me to realise just how massive it is that I've brought together influential figures, celebrities, and passionate individuals to amplify messages that resonate around the world. It took me to realise that It's a feat that some organisations, even with their vast resources and teams, still struggle to achieve.

In the past, being 'humble' I would downplay these achievements, almost as if I were afraid of acknowledging my own capabilities so people didn't think I was getting ahead of myself.

Nowadays, while I still maintain my compassionate side and engage in philanthropic endeavours, I also know when to draw the line because I realise my capabilities and my worth.

So, to anyone who finds themselves trapped in the cycle of wearing the 'humble' badge of honour, take a moment to reassess.

Embrace your journey, but don't let it define you.

Know your worth, celebrate your achievements, and move forward with confidence.

Your story should never be about shrinking yourself—it's about sharing to inspire, then moving forward and standing tall in who you are and knowing what you've accomplished, while still treating others with the dignity and respect they deserve.

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