For the last 2 months, this has really been bothering me. Every day I have to look at it, and today I could stand it no longer. I had to know why my co-worker had pictures of models taped all around her (yes, her) computer monitor.

I asked my other co-workers about it, but they just laughed and said I needed to ask her myself. So, today I did. I was breathless with anticipation. What was it for inspiration? Did she just like girls? (I had to at least consider the possibility)?

Her response was…

…they were there to inspire her to diet.

Diet? Now, because I respect and like my co-worker I am not going to post a picture of her skinny frame on this blog to show you why she shouldn’t diet. But then again, it doesn’t matter what you or I think…

…it’s what she thinks that matters.

I found out a long time ago…what you think about yourself is more powerful than what others think. This can have a powerful positive impact in that you can grow exponentially when you feel good about yourself.

Don’t get me wrong. I am not about to talk about how we should always feel good about ourselves. Sometimes, it is perfectly fine (and normal) to feel bad about yourself, to feel a little guilty, and even to be ashamed of yourself. There are many times in my life when I was able to change my life around due to feelings of shame. If someone tells you that you should always feel good and “think positive” you can rest assured that they are selling something.

But when you feel bad about yourself while the reality around you is telling you just the opposite, then it is time to reconsider your beliefs about yourself.

My co-worker thinks she should have the “perfect” body. She is not shallow, as some might think. She just wants her body to be “perfect” like the models. Well, I figured I had to do something. So, I showed her this video about how air brushed models are in the magazines.

The video shows an average-looking woman who after being made up and “touched up” turns into this gorgeous fashion model on a billboard. Great video.

Will it change my co-worker’s mind? I have no idea. But it’s a start.

The most important thing you can do is to look at your beliefs, evaluate them, and test them. See if your beliefs are still valid. Deconstruct them if you need to.

In the upcoming weeks, I will be doing a series on using logic to deconstruct your beliefs and how you can use logic to change the way you feel about yourself.

Topics: Personal Development, Problem-solving/Critical Thinking, Success Mindset |

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