The Results Are In
Your Success Factor Superpower is
Independence!
I know there’s much more to you than those nine quiz questions, but here is what I do know.
You are the definition of self-reliant. Dependent on your own resources and knowledge rather than others.
Instead of relying on others, you take care of yourself, and you prefer to get things done on your own. In fact, it may even feel like a burden when you are asked to work with others. You prefer opportunities that allow you to be an individual contributor, or you may seek your own path as an entrepreneur. You are capable of managing your time and multiple demands and competing deadlines. While you may enjoy the recognition of your contribution likely not a limelight seeker. And while you may prefer to work alone, this quality makes you a great part of any group.
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What's not to appreciate about that?
However, just like our beloved superheroes,
our superpowers also have a shadow side.
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While your superpower can help you through small bursts of stress, your shadow side is likely to show up in prolonged high-pressure situations. These are situations that put your independence superpower into overdrive.
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When this happens your independence may show up as a need push others away and isolate yourself as you tackle the challenge at hand. Suddenly, your need for independence shifts and makes you repel any offers of assistance. Instead, you rely on an internal demand that you do it on your own, or not at all.
We all recognize that there are times when we need to do things completely on our own. However, those times can be very infrequent. In fact, it can be healthy for even the most independent people to connect with others around a shared purpose.
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When independence amplifies into isolation, and the volume isn’t regularly turned down, the demands of isolation can be difficult on those around you. More importantly, it can take a huge toll on you.
And here’s the kicker: the tendency to isolate when you are outside of your comfort zone often reveals an
overactive inner critic.
That's right, your independence might be cloaking thoughts that you are not good enough, skilled enough or educated enough to do the thing you are doing. As stress grows your inner critic does too and your greatest qualities are overshadowed and your superpower sparkle is dimmed.
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Instead of thriving with independence and self-reliance, you succumb to a spiral of believing that asking for help is a sign of weakness and that you don’t know what you are doing.
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Are you ready to take charge of your inner critic? Check out the You, Rediscovered Program, and let's talk.
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Despite this, remember that your independence is a superpower. You are a master of your time and effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines. However, isolationist thinking can lead you down a path of do-it-yourself or don’t do it at all thinking, unrealistic standards, and highly critical thoughts about yourself and others. It’s worth looking into and keeping in check. Therefore, it's worth paying attention to and keeping in check.
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"You can do anything, but not everything." -David Allen
Hello, friend! I’m Linda Rhoads ✨
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