09/23/2024
In my world, there are no such things as "Big I's" and "Little You". We are all great! Yes, It’s great to admire someone, applaud their success, and hold them in high esteem. However, it’s not good to put someone “on a pedestal” because this may cause them to feel pressured to always measure up. For most people, It’s difficult to live up to an image of perfection and high expectations. It becomes challenging to embrace the flaws and imperfections of being human Too often when we unconsciously put someone on a pedestal, it’s hard for them to let someone know what's really going on... it's hard to say, “Hey, I’m hurting…I need help!
So, family, in highly esteeming someone, be sure they know you are not putting them on a pedestal.. that you know they are humans who sometimes miss the mark and have challenges like everyone else. Make sure you let them know that you are there for them. Likewise, be sure to not let anyone put YOU on a pedestal - -but instead, simply love and embrace all of YOU - give yourself permission to make mistakes, have bad days, fall short, and know it's ok to not always be okay. Let's shower ourselves with petals - and refuse to be put on a pedestal!!!
