Episode 016 - What I Learned From Being Rejected From a Speaking Gig
Being rejected sucks – #amirite?!
But it can hurt a lot less when you realize that the metrics upon which you were rejected aren’t in alignment with your values.
In this podcast episode I share how I was rejected from a speaking gig and why and the effect that this had on me.
Sure, I took a little cruise down feelin-bad-for-myself lane, but then I took a hard left and course corrected onto feelin-good-about-my-values avenue.
I realized that the metrics for success upon which I was being judged just don’t really matter to me.
And, if that’s the case, then do I really want to be apart of an event that isn’t fully aligned?
Answer: No.In this episode, I share a personal story of how I was rejected for a speaking gig based on metrics and not merit and the impact that this had on me both personally and professionally. I also dive into self-worth and creating our own personal metrics for success ending with my usual riff on what an awesome, out-of-this-world human being you are!
I hope this podcast not only served you but reminds you to check in with yourself and what you truly value and believe to be true. If I had kept on thinking about what this other person values I would have been left feeling bad about myself and like I didn’t “measure up.”
The reality is that:
No one can make you feel inferior without your consent- Eleonor Roosevelt
Cheesy? Maybe.
True? Abso-fucking-lutely.
I implore you to not let other people’s ideas or standards define you.
Blaze your own trail.
Stand tall in the knowing that you are honouring your spirit.
Love yourself so damn much you don’t need anyone else to love you to feel good!
These are the things that you’ll truly remember at the end of the day!
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