3 Mindset Shifts to make you the most Admired person in your society

Rahul Haripriya
5 min readJun 5, 2023

In the pursuit of personal growth and building an admirable personality, I have stumbled upon three remarkably simple yet transformative mindset shifts. These shifts have the power to shape not only our actions but also our character, allowing us to cultivate a truly remarkable and inspiring presence. By adopting these shifts, we can unlock our full potential, radiate authenticity, and leave a lasting positive impact on those around us. So, let’s explore these mindset shifts and embark on a journey toward becoming the best version of ourselves, admired by all.

Your problem is not anyone else’s problem

This might not sound right to a lot of people but ultimately the mindset which says “your problem is not my problem” is actually the right way to deal with things. It doesn’t mean that I won’t be there to help you when you need me, it just means I am not supposed to make your problems my top most priority while I have my own things to deal with as well. I’ll be there to support every time you need me but the best I can do is be around. I can’t solve it exactly.

Our problems are deeply personal and unique to each individual. While it is natural to seek support from friends and family during challenging times, it is crucial to acknowledge that our problems are not automatically elevated to the same level of importance for others. It is unfair to expect anyone to prioritize our problems above their own, as each person carries their own burdens and responsibilities. We should value and appreciate the support we receive from our loved ones, but it is important to remember that they have their own lives and challenges to navigate. Recognizing and respecting their boundaries allows for healthy relationships built on mutual understanding. We must take ownership of our problems while appreciating the assistance we receive, understanding that everyone has their own priorities and struggles to attend to.

Having the right balance between seeking the needed support from your loved ones but still understanding the fact that one can only be present with you to support you and can not always provide you with the needed solution makes you a much admirable person because you are communicating your issues to the ones you trust so they feel valued and also you are trying to solve it on your own as well so that makes you strong and this leads to a very positive energy and mindset in you.

Enjoy things while it lasts instead of pushing it to stay longer

In our journey through relationships, we often find ourselves fighting tooth and nail to salvage a connection that means the world to us. However, it’s crucial to recognize that there exists a threshold for how much one can fight. When we continually position ourselves as the savior or the persuader, we risk losing the respect of those around us. We may appear desperate, reliant, and feeble in the eyes of others, sacrificing our self-worth in the process. As time goes on, we must learn the art of letting go gracefully. We need to find solace in cherishing the moments shared, rather than dwelling on what could have been. The reality is that if a relationship is strained and stretched beyond its limits, it is essential to accept that it is no longer working. Embracing this truth empowers us to release our grip and discover happiness in the time it lasted, rather than futilely yearning for a future that was never meant to be.

There are going to be times when you will fight for a person or a relationship to stay with you but you need to understand that there is always a limit to fighting for it. If you find yourself being on the side of saving the relationship or convincing that person to stay then after a certain time you’ll lose respect in the eyes of others because you’d start looking needy, dependent, weak for that person or relation. So with time you need to learn that if something is getting too stretched then there comes a time when you need to learn how to let go and be happy about the time it lasted instead of imagining how nice it would have been if it still worked because in reality it did not.

Never go Cheap in your fights

If you respect yourself then no matter how much others entice you to go brutal on someone, never ever go cheap on anyone.

There are people in everyone’s lives who used to be on great terms with them but now have no more good connection with them. But during the time they were good with each other they shared secrets, they told each other about their vulnerabilities.

The ones who take advantage of knowing the secrets from the time they were on good terms and using it when the time is not right are the most terrible kind of people. That’s what makes the difference between a respectable fighter and a cheap person, that even if you have disagreements over things you never misuse the vulnerability of a person which they disclosed to you when they used to trust you. Never be cheap.

In any conflict or disagreement, it is essential to uphold the values of integrity and trustworthiness. One should never resort to being cheap or vindictive by revealing the secrets shared during a time of camaraderie. Regardless of the current state of the relationship, it is crucial to respect the confidence placed in you during moments of trust. Maintaining the dignity and honour of those who confided in you reflects a mature and principled approach to resolving conflicts. It demonstrates a commitment to preserving the sanctity of personal connections and upholding one’s own character, even in challenging times. By not succumbing to pettiness or revenge, we can foster an environment of mutual respect and open communication, ultimately leading to healthier relationships in the long run.

It ultimately makes you more respectable in the eyes of your opponents as well and you gain respect in general and such calm mindset leads to a more attractive personality than majority of the people around and makes you get counted among the ones who never make any cheap moves to take advantage of anyone or any situation.

Key Takeaway

If I had to summarise this lesson then I’d do it with a simple basic idea which involves three qualities to be mastered and you’d see yourself having one of the most admirable personality in your circle for sure. When faced with conflicts or strained relationships, it is important not to be cheap by revealing secrets shared during good times. Upholding integrity and trust is crucial, even when relations sour. While it’s acceptable to seek support from loved ones, it’s unfair to expect them to prioritize our problems over their own. Each person carries their own burdens. It’s essential to recognize when it’s time to let go and appreciate the time a relationship lasted instead of dwelling on what could have been.

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Rahul Haripriya

A Professor of Computer Science Engineering, Author-Lockdown Discovery and a professional blogger. I write and share experiences to inspire people