I had not achieved anything in my life until I understood this one thing | Medium

Acting out of self-love is a more effective motivator for making positive changes in life than the belief that one is not good enough. 

What societal messages about success and hard work did not motivate them to take action towards their goals. Despite knowing what to do to improve their health, relationships, and career, they struggled to make changes. They realized that they were only motivated by the belief that they were not good enough and that this approach was detrimental to their well-being. Instead, they suggest acting out of love for oneself as a more positive and effective motivator. By focusing on self-love, individuals can make changes towards a healthier and happier life. The author encourages readers to write down “I love myself, so I will …” and act towards their goals with a positive mindset. 

Source: https://medium.com/@blog_daphne_saffron/i-had-not-achieved-anything-in-my-life-until-i-understood-this-one-thing-851f68a7bc92