Personal Growth Strategies #4 Power Comes from Within

Power can be perceived negatively, leading to abuses and undesirable impacts on our lives. However, there are also positive uses of power..

People often believe that power means having control or loss of control, but it is actually about having the power to act, influence, cause, create, and do. Power is not an external force, but rather an internal one, derived from feeling accountable and authority for one's life. It comes from a strong, vital, and respectful connection to others, including family, friends, and community.

​This personal power benefits both the individual and others, and if used correctly, it benefits others more.
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To understand personal power, one should ask themselves if they feel powerful and why. If they do, then the next question becomes, "How do I use my power?" Each answer reveals a facet of our personalities and souls. By recognising and utilising personal power, we can empower ourselves and others in our lives.