The criticism we receive and place upon ourselves when we make even the smallest mistakes seems to matter to a lot to the majority of us – so much that we seldom give time to bask in our accomplishments, especially the small ones. An accomplishment, no matter how big or small, is still an accomplishment. We get so caught up in chasing the bag that we don’t appreciate the small things up until we receive the bag. It is these small victories that really shape our character, our minds, and our growth.

         An accomplishment is no small feat. A win is a win no matter if it was by one point or twenty, if it was by an inch or by a mile, or if it required little energy or all of your energy. At the end of the day you did what was necessary to accomplish something and that speaks volumes for your character. A victory only seems small when compare it to larger goals or achievement, and there’s nothing wrong with some victories being small. However, what people fail to recognize is how the bigger goals or achievements were set up and made possible by the smaller victories that led up to that point. Think about it, you victoriously drove to work or walked to school today knowing good and damn well you wanted to stay in bed. That sounds like a win in my book. The small victories are tedious and modest but they test your endurance, patience and help remind you of your aspirations.

         The bigger picture is your goal. A lot of times we want to be able to have the picture that we drew in our mind framed up and in your possession already, but what happens when you get it? Just like anything else, it won’t feel the same unless you truly work for it. Remembering the details of how you accomplished something helps you value the big picture you have in your mind. Those little achievements help you prepare for how to wear your crown when all is said and done. The small victories are what help shape a strong mind.

          The small accomplishments have a direct result on your growth. In any aspect of your life, growth is only gained through these small achievements. Reflecting on how you grew gives you a good insight about yourself, but reflecting on what made you grow gives you a better insight on life and how to maneuver through it. Every time someone grows, a victory has occurred. This means that each small victory represents a growth stride in your life. So no matter how small the circumstance is, there’s always something to appreciate.

         Your mentality on life has a lot to do with success. You either believe you can or you believe you can’t. You either succeed or you fail. But no matter what, you still learn. You still grow. And it’s through your knowledge and growth that you were able to achieve in even the slightest way. That is why it’s important to appreciate and give ourselves credit for the achievements that might seem small.

As we enter 2019, let’s make sure we cherish every small victory we acquire.