Admitting Weakness
To most people, it’s clear that God gave each of us certain unique strengths and talents whereby certain things just seem to come “naturally” to us. But it is also equally clear that God didn’t give us certain skills and strengths. Whether we’re not good at math, directions, instruction manuals, drawing, or organization — we all have weaknesses. While some of these weaknesses are things we might continually work on to become better people, there are some things that we are just plain not good at, and that’s just how it is!
But those with low self-esteem have a difficult time ever admitting they lack any skill or ability. They wrongly believe that an acknowledgement of a lack of talent in any area would be a direct reflection on their own self-worth.
However, the exact opposite is true. Those who can readily and easily admit that they aren’t “good” at something aren’t showing weakness or incompetence. Rather, it demonstrates honesty, strength and self-confidence. Others will look at this person and see someone who is comfortable with the strengths and talents that they DO have and need not proclaim to all they meet that they’re good at everything.
Telling people you’re not the right person for the job will actually make you shine in their eyes, because it means you have the confidence to say so. It also sends the message that when you do take on a task; you unquestionably believe that you’ll deliver great results.