Welcome to this episode of the Podcast Show for Female Leaders! Today, we’re diving into an essential question: When is it ego talking, and when is it the true, authentic you? Many women struggle to position themselves successfully because they don’t value their own needs, vision, and goals enough. Let’s unpack why finding yourself important for leadership has nothing to do with ego.
Self-Importance vs. Ego: Finding Yourself Important for Leadership
For many women, thinking of themselves as important feels uncomfortable, maybe even selfish. But there’s a critical difference between authentic self-importance and ego. Ego thrives on comparison—either feeling superior or inferior to others. It seeks validation from external perspectives and protects you by maintaining a certain image. Ego can lead you to hide your true self or, alternatively, to overcompensate to mask insecurity.
True self-importance, however, is based on self-love. It means feeling compassion toward yourself, embracing your dreams, and pursuing them without apology. When you value yourself, you’re more likely to ask, “What do I want?” before entering a meeting or negotiation. You’re empowered to take bold steps and show up authentically.
Why Self-Love is Essential for Lasting Success
Achieving your goals and staying true to your purpose require a foundation of self-love. From ego, your achievements may be short-lived. But when you’re guided by a genuine appreciation for yourself, you’re set for the long term. Self-love helps you ask the essential question: What do I want? And once you start asking that question, you naturally create answers aligned with your values.
Remember, embodying your authentic self isn’t selfish; it’s necessary. The world needs you exactly as you are. When you align with your true self, you can make the impact you’re meant to make.
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