In the third part of my overcoming series, I'm going to share about something else that has come from personal experience – overcoming self-doubt. (Listen to overcoming rejection or jealousy.)
I remember when I was in my early 20's my best friend said I was the most insecure person she knew. She was right but I didn't know why. As I got older and found freedom in Christ, I realized the reason was that I had a rough time with friends in high school and college. Their words and actions came from their own insecurity but were projected onto me.
See, I succeeded as a singer and actress at a young age. I had a lot of favor and when it made me lose friends I would make less of myself so they would like me more.
Enter self-doubt. I couldn't make decisions. I doubted every choice I made. I wanted what other people thought was best. If I had to choose between what I wanted and what someone else wanted, I choose their way. I avoided conflict at all costs. Maintaining peace and being liked was more important than my own opinion. It's normal to want everyone to like you. But I tried harder than I should have and what others thought of me was more important than what I wanted to do or who I wanted to be.
I can't say there was a moment of revelation on this. It's more like I learned by trial and error how to overcome self-doubt and insecurity. In the beginning, I lost more battles than I won. I still struggle and yet I don't mind. If I was insensitive to others then I'd have another problem on my hands. The point is to not let self-doubt hold you back.
Today I'll share what I've learned about overcoming self-doubt. I hope you find the freedom to be who God created you to be too.
LISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE VIA ITUNESLISTEN AND SUBSCRIBE VIA GOOGLE PLAY
IN THIS EPISODE YOU'LL LEARN
- One of the most powerful questions I had to answer to begin the journey to overcome self-doubt.
- Four things we need to know about God in order to overcome self-doubt
- Why God gives you ideas, dreams, and desires
- Why knowing the character of God affects how you see yourself
Find Jill on social media:
- Website: www.jillmonaco.com
- Facebook: www.facebook.com/jillmonacoministries
- Instagram: www.instagram.com/jillmonaco
- Twitter: www.twitter.com/jillmonaco
One last thing… Producing this show does take resources. So if you would like to hear more conversations, please consider supporting this program of the ministry. Just click the button below and you'll be led to a donate page. All gifts are tax deductible. Thanks so much!
