Rebels go against the grain.
Doing this, whether intentionally or not, makes them stand out, inspires others, and often brings success.
Can you think of rebellious people you admire?
And can we be intentional about our rebellion?
Of course. We can adopt rebellious habits that boost our brands, our confidence, our following and our businesses:
1. Develop psychological immunity to criticism.
You can’t be a rebel for long if you’re overly worried about what people think about you.
Real rebels have nurtured an OKness with being disliked.
In fact, they often do things they know will invite judgement because it indicates that they are standing out and making an impact.
To become mentally strong in this area, you must learn to create space between your emotional experience and your consideration of the opinions of others.
The truth is there is no link between the two.
Your self-esteem needn’t be at risk if you’re criticised. It just feels like it.
This requires awareness. You must regularly remind yourself that you are safe, and if someone is offended…
