Why Self-Growth Is Important Before You Find a Support System
We can’t do it all alone forever, but during the time before finding the support we need, self work is essential. Rushing to find help can lead us to the wrong type of relationships, which can cause more damage than help, or even mishandle the right one because we weren’t ready. Self-improvement brings clarity so that when the right relationships come, they can help you in the areas you need and not what they think you need.
How well can someone help you if you don’t know why you need help or where you need help in?
3 ways to get yourself ready
Compare Your Self-Perception With Feedback From Others
Be cautious of who you seek feedback from because everyone doesn’t have the best intentions for you — even when they do, it might not be the right guidance. It’s your job to decipher what’s accurate. A general rule to follow is if you hear the same feedback from at least three different people, the reality is that you’re the common link. Once you accept that reality, you can start to become more honest with yourself about who you are and the things you carry inside. Reflecting and becoming more self-aware is key.
Know Your Strengths and Weaknesses
Understanding yourself and being aware of others perception of you will guide you to choose the right relationships. The first step is to know your assets and downfalls. Where you’re strong isn’t where you need external support. Where you’re weak is where you need help. However, before jumping into relationships for help, it’s essential to address your weaknesses. Independently improving your weaknesses as much as possible will lay a solid foundation for future support.
Aligned values are essential in choosing a relationship for growth. Also, knowing which temperaments or personalities that you are compatible with will make a significant difference in how well the relationship supports you. By finding the right fit, you’ll create a relationship dynamic that genuinely encourages personal growth and complements your journey of self-improvement.
Make a Plan and Stick To It
If you’re not reaching your goal, set smaller goals that you can. Even if you don’t know if it’s the best plan, you’re still building up consistency and effort. That’s more than the average person can say for themselves. Once you’ve shown up for yourself without quitting, but you’re barely making progress, then it’s time to ask for professional help.
Conclusion
In your journey to find the right support system, working on yourself is paramount. You want people to support the true you and not a lesser version of yourself. By being self-aware and setting realistic goals, you position yourself to benefit from the right relationships and for them to be fruitful. If you’re ready to start building self-confidence and resilience mentally and physically contact Coach Dee today for personalized virtual training.
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About the Author: Coach Dee
Deborah Park, known as Coach Dee, is the owner of Drip Training LLC and an ACE Certified Personal Trainer and Health Coach. With a background in architecture and kinesiology from the University of Virginia, she has extensive experience in personal training and athletic coaching in a clinical (physical therapy) setting. Coach Dee combines her scientific knowledge with years of hands-on experience to create programs that empower clients to regain control over their bodies and minds.
Her journey into personal training was deeply influenced by her personal struggles, including recovering from a life-changing car accident that led to PTSD and pain from scoliosis. This experience gave her a unique understanding of the connection between mental health and physical well-being. Coach Dee is committed to helping clients develop resilience, build strength, and rediscover their confidence—no matter the challenges they face.
