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Lead With Love
LEADING WITH LOV E DOES NOT EQUATE TO WEAKNESS; RATHER, IT EMBODIES STRENGTH AND COURAGE, SAYS TERRI BRITT.
THROUGHOUT the cultural milieu that often reveres the virtue of self-sacrifice, women inherit a narrative that stifles their potential. From a tender age, girls are taught that their value lies in how much they can give up for others. This ethos of self-denial is not just about putting others first; it’s a deeper, more insidious lesson that to be deserving of love and life’s myriad blessings, one must consistently place oneself last. This philosophy engrains in women a sense of unworthiness, inadvertently shutting them off from the abundance they inherently deserve.
But what if the key to unlocking life’s potential lies not in giving away our power, but in embracing it? Shifting from self-denial to selflove fundamentally alters our relationship with the world. Instead of emitting an energetic plea of unworthiness, we radiate a powerful signal of self-worth, drawing love, nurturing, and support into our lives. By raising our Worthiness Quotients and leading with love, we empower ourselves and initiate a profound transformation that breaks generational cycles of lack, stress, and struggle.
Ironically, in our pursuit of love by constantly putting ourselves last, we inadvertently block the very thing we seek most passionately—genuine love and connection. Terri Britt, a guiding light for those navigating the path to self-love, encapsulates this paradox succinctly: “Loving yourself is your greatest act of service. When you let love in, you break the generational cycle of lack, stress, and struggle.” Britt’s words serve as a reminder that true love begins with oneself.
But how does one transition from a paradigm of self-negation to one overflowing with selflove? The journey begins with recognizing our inherent worthiness. Each person possesses an immeasurable Worthiness Quotient – a unique potential for love and abundance waiting to be unlocked. Shifting our perspective from one of unworthiness to one deserving of love and support on all fronts initiates a powerful transformation.
Raising our Worthiness Quotient demands an unwavering commitment to self-love. It involves treating ourselves with kindness, compassion, and respect – nurturing our bodies and souls as sacred vessels deserving of utmost care. This process entails releasing deeply ingrained guilt and shame surrounding our existence – an act that frees us from societal expectations and familial pressures.
Terri Britt, former Miss USA and a beacon of self-love, embodies this message. Her extensive experience and profound insights into the transformative power of self-love have earned her recognition and acclaim. Through her books, including the award-winning The Enlightened Mom: A Mother’s Guide for Bringing Peace, Love & Light to Your Family’s Life, and media appearances, she amplifies her message to a broader audience.
She reflects on the night she won the crown and the internal conflict it stirred. Despite the outward success, she grappled with feelings of guilt and unworthiness, fearing the impact her achievement would have on her loved ones. This struggle persisted throughout her roles as a wife and mother, leading to a cycle of suppression and anger. Recognizing the need for change, Terri committed to unconditional self-love, a decision that marked the beginning of raising her Worthiness Quotient (WQ).
The WQ, Terri explains, measures one’s openness to receiving love, nurturing, and support based on the vibration they emit. Living with a low WQ, characterized by hidden beliefs of selfdenial, leads to a perpetual cycle of proving one’s worth and a state of Poverty Consciousness. And because energy always attracts similar energy, Terri says life will often feel like punishment.
However, by embracing self-love and releasing guilt and shame, individuals can raise their WQ and shift into a state of Prosperity Consciousness where life shifts into a Divine flow of giving and receiving.
Leading with love does not equate to weakness; rather, it embodies strength and courage – the courage to prioritize oneself amid societal pressures. It means valuing peace over accolades, daring to shine brightly, even when others may prefer you dimmed.
As Britt shared, “Embracing unconditional self-love paves the way for leading a life filled with joyous abundance rather than perpetual struggle.” Moreover, letting love in disrupts generational patterns of stress and scarcity mindset. By choosing self-love and raising our Worthiness Quotients today, we teach future generations about innate value and respect, sculpting healthier family dynamics grounded in mutual respect and genuine affection.
In this elevated vibrational state, individuals feel worthy, connected, and supported, allowing them to receive the goodness they deserve. Terri emphasizes that one’s Worthiness Quotient is crucial in letting love in and experiencing a life filled with peace, joy, and fulfillment. She adds, “Loving yourself and owning your worth IS your greatest act of service because you set a thriving example for the ones you care about and love.” She invites individuals to assess their WQ and embrace self-love through a personalized quiz and tools available on her website.
