What surprised you that you managed in life and how has it impacted your self-esteem and well-being?
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What surprised you that you managed in life and how has it impacted your self-esteem and well-being?

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@amiablePeace77
What surprised you that you managed in life and how has it impacted your self-esteem and well-being?
What surprised me is that I am still alive. I never thought I would be here. determined to not quit trying to find my way on this only winding road.
@WorkingitThrough2 and I am glad you are still here.
I went to college and earned a B.A. in Cinema. That was over 30 years ago. It wasn't easy.
@WharfRat congratulations. That is tremendous.
@amiablePeace77 will someone please give that guy a break! lol
@soulsings
Let's jump into the picture and show some support! lol
@amiablePeace77 I have this guy named Atlas that is ready to take a turn! lol
@amiablePeace77
I was always surprised to be asked to be a president, a churchwarden, or get a surprise promotion when I was NOT looking for that post. I accepted, but I much prefer being "back-stage" and cooperate that way.
Accepting responsibilities might well boost your self-esteem but not necessarily your well-being.
What surprised you that you managed in life and how has it impacted your self-esteem and well-being?
@Fradiga
I can see that you were surprised when you were not thinking about getting those positions at all. Sometimes one just need to decline though. Increasing self-esteem is great but not if overall well-being suffers.
@amiablePeace77
Well, in the case of associations or "churchwardening"...
@amiablePeace77
Thanks for your input.
It depends more on the needs of the community. Once people think you are worthy, you would disappoint them if you said no. You know if you have the time, knowledge and devotion to make it and it has nothing much to do with one's well-being, although.... some advantages come usually with the position, such as a free parking permit in the middle of downtown, invitations to interesting gatherings and the likes. There are perks! You show up, get things done, listen to people and some how get reelected year after year until you say uncle.... and I did!
A promotion at work is almost always something you will accept, due to the fact that you must be have been deemed to be the best candidate, the salary is better and you are about to learn a lot more about your field.