Your value in the world

People often refer to their lack of worthiness. They perceive themselves as second or third class citizens who only deserve the crumbs that remain after everyone else has dined on the banquet of life. In reality there is no one who has any less value than another. Each person has been blessed with a unique set of gifts that is brought into the world to make a difference. Your responsibility is to use these gifts wisely. How do you know what these gifts are? They are what you do naturally and effortlessly. I know that one of my gifts is my gentleness. I use this gift often as I support people who are feeling pain or lacking confidence. There are times when I have attempted to behave in ways that are counter to this, but it feels so uncomfortable and unnatural that I simply accept my gift and act accordingly. Each person who reads this also has a way of being in the world that can be of benefit to others. You may have mechanical talent. You may be a compassionate listener. You may play a sport that encourages team work. The list is endless. Each time you use your gifts you add your value to the world. What is on your list of gifts and how are you using them in your life today?