Claire was so excited. Today, she was going to start her dream job, a job she had worked and dreamed about for so long.
Finally, she felt that her talents were recognised, and that she would be able to immerse herself in the work she loved and share it with others. She had always wanted to be an editor and work in a publishing house.
Yet, despite the happiness she felt, there was also a sadness to her starting her new job as she couldn’t tell her friends too much about it. She would need to keep it on the down low, never wanting to make them resentful, jealous, or uncomfortable.
So, even though today was a monumental day for Claire, she chose to keep its full impact a secret and began the story of “I hide my achievements” with others.
At first glance, it may seem surprising that people keep their success and triumphs a secret and don’t disclose them to other people, including friends or family.
However, research has indicated that 82% of individuals do not disclose their triumphs.
This can be for a wide range of reasons. It might be they don’t want to seem like they are boasting, or perhaps, they don’t want to cause envy, jealousy, or resentment. And for others, they may be embarrassed to share their good fortune or don’t want the attention.
However, the downside of not celebrating your own success is that you devalue your achievements and put yourself down. This, in turn, affects your self-worth and feeling proud of what you have accomplished.
So, this week’s challenge is to think about the people who have helped you succeed. Look at who has encouraged you along the path and who has supported you, emotionally, mentally, or even financially. It is these individuals that believed in you and your dreams.
Further, celebrate and acknowledge yourself for putting in the hard work, the discipline, persistence, and commitment as you deserve to be proud of the work and results you have achieved.
Hiding your success is a disservice to yourself and to all those who helped you.
Show yourself that you believe in yourself and your achievements. Celebrate your success and acknowledge the people who also believed in you. Start celebrating with those who stood by you and supported you.
Be grateful and appreciative of all your blessings and encourage others to fulfil their dreams and achieve the same success.
Do not dim your light just because it may make someone else uncomfortable. Stand tall and proud of what you have achieved.
Forever creating,
Deborah Ruth
