So here we are at the last of the three letters that I was going to write myself.
I sent myself a letter more than a month ago addressed to my past self. A letter to my past self two weeks ago
Here I attempted to address the pain and bitterness I felt when I was passed over fair increases and promotions.
I was trying to make sense of what I lacked and if something was wrong with me. I tried to shift the blame towards myself. I was even doubting my capability.
I did not want to be stuck in that mindset and asked myself to shift my thinking. Then I did.
The 2nd letter was made exactly a month ago and it showed a more optimistic person. A letter to my present self
You almost let yourself live rent-free in your head and believe that you are not worthy. You fell down and almost stayed there.
I am glad that you took the steps to dust yourself off and seek something better.
There were times that you got rejected and had bad interviews but you moved forward. You got 3 offers!
Finally here we are.
Photo by Jon Tyson on Unsplash
A Letter to Future Mave
Hey there Mave, Today is going to be our first day in a new company.
I know that you are nervous. For almost two years you spent your professional life in the Yellow and felt that you did not receive the acknowledgement and support you were looking for. It happens and so I am glad that you moved on.
It is a new team, a new system and it will take some time for you to adjust to things.
Yet you have always been good at adjusting. We have received so many lemons in life that we have been accustomed to their bitterness. Remember to peel away and use the juice inside to make lemonade with a dash of sweetness.
You have prepared for this. You are ready to take the new challenges head-on and showcase how valuable you will be.
Don't aim for perfection as it will hinder you at times at making decisions. Aim for the best version of yourself today.
You got this!
Lovingly,
Past and Present Mave