In Others’ Words: The Ruins of Insecurity

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, quote about identity, validation 10 Comments

Insecurity had it’s way with me for too many years.  I wouldn’t say it ruined my beauty … because I didn’t think I was beautiful, inside or out. And that belief … that lie … was the surest sign of insecurity’s hold on my life. We all struggle with self-doubt to some degree. Some of us seem able to withstand …

In Others’ Words: Your Own Worst Enemy

Beth VogtIn Others' Words, Life, Quotes, Reality 17 Comments

I thought self-doubt was normal. You know what I mean? You grow up and along the way you realize you’re not perfect. Less than. Unworthy. Why? Because school teaches you that. And sometimes parents tell you that. Or friends. Or enemies. Or all of the above. And self-doubt arrives and takes up permanent residence in your head. Maybe you can’t. As …