Our strengths are things that make us our best selves, but our personal weaknesses can hold us back from being that person. Learn how to identify personal weaknesses and defeat them or turn them into strengths.
Strengths and weaknesses are things people ask us about at job interviews, and things we talk about when we are getting to know new people, but they are so much more than topics for discussion. Our weaknesses, in particular, define how we operate through the day, what kinds of issues we have, and whether we go the places in life we want to. They can rule us and break us- but would you believe your greatest weaknesses can either be defeated or transformed into strengths? Join Mysticsense to learn all about weaknesses. Find out what they are and what they cause. Then find out two ways to overcome them- and both are deceptively simple. Your weaknesses can define you, but they don’t have to. Read on to find out how to defeat every weakness.
What Are Weaknesses?
“ High achievers tend to have major weaknesses. People without major weaknesses tend to be mediocre.”- Guy Kawasaki
Weaknesses are defective qualities, or lack of strength. Some people say weaknesses are our failings. Other people call weaknesses character flaws. Some people say that weaknesses are things that we simply can't resist. For example, you may have a weakness for chocolate, dangerous men, or arguments about politics. Weaknesses are the worst qualities that we have, and they affect our life in negative ways. Positive energy can be attracted while blocking the negative. Find out how here: Converting Negative Energy into Positive Energy
Some people don't think about what their weaknesses are, but it's hard to not notice other people's weaknesses, especially when their weaknesses affect us. Your roommates' weakest quality might be not picking up after themselves in the kitchen, so you have to clean up after them unless you want to live with a dirty kitchen. Your girlfriend's greatest weakness might be having emotional reactions to things instead of thinking things through. Some people believe that they have no weaknesses, but we all actually do, and our weaknesses can change over time. Something else that can change is your career. Find out if it’s time to change careers here: Is it Time for a Career Change?
What Are Strengths?
“ Nothing can dim the light that shines from within.”- Maya Angelou
Strengths are positive attributes that we have and are the opposite of weaknesses. These are skills that help us to solve problems, succeed, and go far in life. They help us to communicate well, have better relationships, and these things make a better life for us. Each person's personality makes them inclined to certain strengths, but strengths are things that can be learned also. One way to know that something is a strength is that people react favorably to you because of it, and it helps you to accomplish your goals. Goals are linked to great achievements. Find out how to unlock achievements as a self starter here:How to Accomplish Anything by Self-Motivating
Strengths are typically things that we're proud of because they take us further in life. They are also things that define our personality and identity and great ways to introduce ourselves to people. When someone asks what you do or to tell them about yourself, listing your strengths is a great way to do that. For example, you could say, “I am a detailed oriented person with a positive outlook and I’m a great listener.” A lot of people sat Libras are great listeners, and you can read about their best love matches here: The Best Love Matches For Libra Zodiac Signs
Signs Something is a Weakness
“ We’ve all got weaknesses. Me for instance. I’m tragically funny and good-looking.”- Rick Riordan
You might wonder if a trait is a weakness or a strength. There are three different ways to tell if something is a weakness. If it holds you back from things that are important to you in life, it's definitely a weakness. If it causes you problems, it's a weakness. If you have a terrible addiction to something, it's absolutely a weakness.
It Holds You Back
Our weaknesses hold us back from things that we'd like to participate in. If your romantic type is dysfunctional, emotionally unstable people, dating them is going to hold you back from having a secure, healthy, long-term relationship. If you constantly overspend money, it's a weakness because it will put you in debt, and keep you from saving money like you need to. This is different from favoring things that you love. Favoring chocolate if it doesn't negatively affect your health is not a weakness. It's a preference.
It Causes Problems
Our weaknesses create problems for us. The inability to keep unkind opinions to yourself is a definite weakness, because it will cause a lot of arguments and damage relationships. The need to watch television constantly will keep you from spending time with the people who you love, and that will damage your relationships too. A weakness for all of the foods that your doctor has told you not to eat will damage your health, and that will cause numerous problems. One thing that can cause problems is blind faith. Find out why here: Faith Over Fear? Why Not to Believe Blindly
You’re Addicted to It
Addiction is a chronic compulsive attachment to something that causes harm. Some people say that it is a medical condition, and other people say that it is a personal choice. You can be addicted to substances, behaviors, or activities. When these things cause countless issues, but you're unable to stop doing them, you're definitely addicted. Some people joke that they are addicted to the things that they love best, but that's not actual addiction. Actual addiction is something that creates bad experiences for you that you're unable to stop doing easily.
Can Weaknesses Become Strengths?
“What we think to be our greatest weaknesses can sometimes be our greatest strengths.”- Sarah J. Maas
Believe it or not, a lot of weaknesses can become strengths. Some people say that our greatest weaknesses are also a form of our greatest strengths. If you are quick to anger, instead of just lashing out when you suddenly feel angry, If you can redirect that anger and in a positive way, that can fuel great change. For example, If you're angry about an injustice, instead of just screaming at people, devote your time and energy to making sure that justice is served. If you are angry that your significant other cheated on you, instead of just complaining about it, use that anger to give you the energy to leave.
Anger isn't the only weakness that can be translated into a strength. Being a workaholic can exhaust you to the point that it damages your health. However, if you take breaks and allow yourself to rest, dedication and hard work can create great success in your life. If you have a bad habit of devoting yourself to relationships with people who don't deserve it, your devotion is just displaced. Focus on being devoted to the right people instead. Is your devotion displaced, or are you worrying you love them more? Find out here: Do They Love You More? When You Love Them More
Defeating Weaknesses
“ True strength is the courage to admit our weaknesses.”- Simon Sinek
Weaknesses might rear their ugly heads, but they don't have to control your life. To defeat them, first identify them and the problems that they cause. Next, decide what you want in your life instead of these things, and find another behavior to replace the weakness with. Then, give it time. Change takes a while sometimes.
Identify The Weakness
The first step to defeating a weakness is identifying it. A healthy amount of self-awareness will help you with this, but you can ask your friends and family to help you along the way if you need to. Weaknesses are easy to identify because they hold you back, and don't make good things happen. Once you've identified the weakness, you can move forward.
Identify the Problems
Identifying the problems that the weakness causes is the next step. Weaknesses cause things like arguments, misunderstandings, lost opportunities, or hurt feelings. These problems create negative experiences and take away from your life. Sometimes identifying the problems happens before identifying the weaknesses. Whatever problems you have in your life usually point to a weakness. Problems don’t necessarily mean failure, but failure can be good sometimes. Find out why here: The Positive Side of Failing- Why It’s Good
Decide What You Want
Instead of a lost opportunity that your weakness causes, decide what kind of an opportunity that you'd like to have instead. Instead of arguments with your best friend that your problems cause, decide what kind of good conversations you want instead. Instead of being passed over for promotions at every job you have, decide what kind of promotion you want instead. Deciding what you want can help you to choose the course of action so that you can get it.
Find an Alternative
A lot of the problems that we have in life are out of our control. We can't control the weather, what other people do, or the state of the world in general. However, we can control what we say and do, and it will change people's reactions to us. Positive behaviors on our part create positive results. Defeating weaknesses creates room for more positivity in our lives. Finding an alternative to our weakness is one way to do that.
Say you have a weakness of cutting corners at work and that's holding you back from the promotion you want. You want a promotion and to go further in your career, so the alternative to this weakness is to stop cutting corners and be more detail oriented to get there. Say your weakness is yelling at people every time you get upset, and it's ended several friendships that you valued. Since you prefer to keep the friendships, instead of yelling, take a step back and calm down before you discuss what is upsetting you, so your relationships last longer. If you need creative solutions for finding alternatives, Geminis are a great help. Read more about that Zodiac sign here: Gemini Traits | Star Sign in The Spotlight
Give It Time
Wouldn't it be nice if we could change instantly? Sometimes we can. Sometimes though, we can't. Your weakness that you're trying to change might be a major behavior that you've developed over a long period of time, and it might take a long time to change it. The goal is not instant change, but permanent change. Let it take as long as necessary. It's worth waiting for.
Converting Weaknesses to Strengths
“Once you’ve accepted your flaws, no one can use them against you.”- George R.R. Martin
So, if weaknesses need to be transformed, and people can convert weaknesses to strengths, how can that be done? The first thing you have to do is be objective and admit that something is a weakness. Be objective about how you use this trait and then use it differently. Journal about your progress daily, then be patient. Major change doesn't always come overnight. Remember, you are a work in progress, not something that can be perfected instantly.
Be Objective
It can be difficult to admit a weakness. It can be more difficult to see how a weakness, especially one we're not proud of, can be a good thing. Instead of being overly critical of yourself, be kind and fair to yourself. Your weakness for the underdog can make you easy to take advantage of, or it can make you someone who fights for people's rights. Redirecting that energy to where it is most beneficial can take a while. Figuring out where to redirect it is the challenge. People can give you insight, but in the end, the decision of how to redirect your weakness to a strength is yours.
Journal
Being told to journal about your experiences and progress might seem cliche, but it really works. It's a great way to measure success, write down your thoughts and struggles during the journey, and it's a document of the experience that you can refer to in the future. Some people make journaling a regular part of their spiritual practice, and say they just wouldn't feel like themselves unless they were journaling. Set aside some time every day for a half hour or more to just write in your journal while you're working on your strengths. You will be pleasantly surprised when you go back and read your journal by how much progress you make. Journals can help couples too, Find out more here: Couples Journals & Love Manifesting Guide
Be Patient
Rome was not built in a day. Perfecting yourself doesn't happen immediately either. It can be emotionally trying to accept weaknesses, and you're going to have to be patient with your emotions as you're transforming. Some people characterize transformation as a beautiful process, and it is. However, it hurts sometimes. You might make mistakes when you're changing weaknesses to strengths. Even if you don't make mistakes, the transformation can take a very long time. It also takes time to get used to making these changes. Give yourself the same patience that you would give other people. You are worth it.
Weaknesses are negative qualities that we were either born with or learned, but those can either be defeated or transformed into great strengths. To defeat weaknesses, simply identify them and the problems they cause. Then decide what you want instead and find something to replace the weakness. You don’t have to just defeat a weakness, but you can transform it into a strength. Be objective about the weakness and how to change it and journal to track your progress. No matter how you decide to tackle a weakness, be gentle with yourself during the transition. You are a masterpiece in progress, and perfection takes time!
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