Power is not a dirty word.
Each of us has natural strengths. And in their unique and individual combination, they build the core of your personal power. Power as in “power within”.
When you are in your power, you act naturally. Energy flows, sparks are flying, and you naturally come across as yourself, boundaries intact. You may be aware of other people’s opinion or judgement, but it does not affect you inside.
Don’t get me wrong, I am not talking about you in a flaming rage, smashing virtual porcelain in all your relationships, not giving a d**n about what anyone cares about. That might be a powerful sight to behold, but you may not actually want the result of that.
In your power is a different state – or stance, as a friend would say. In your power means natural, sovereign, clear, aligned, and powerful. With direction, aware, and active.
There are a million ways of being in your power.
There is power in silence.
There is power in kindness.
There is power in creating an atmosphere.
There is power in a question.
There is power in leaning in, and in letting go.
There is power in protecting someone.
There is power in speaking up.
There is power in taking a stand.
There is power in making a choice.
There is power in not fighting back.
There is power in making an offer.
There is power in taking the lead.
There is power in following someone.
There is power in wise words.
There is power in listening.
There is power in care.
There is power in speaking the truth.
There is power in finding a way.
… And there is power in retreating and leaving the field with your head held high.
There is power in all manner of behaviors, if you act in accordance with your self.
Let me know in the comments what you think about power. And if you want to learn how to be in your power every day in the office, book yourself into a free clarity call.