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Have you ever felt motivated by Tony Stark\u2019s brilliant determination or Black Widow\u2019s perseverance? These characters embody traits of immense personal power that are truly inspiring.<\/p>\n

But personal power isn\u2019t the prerogative of fictional superheroes alone. You, too, can tap into your innate starkness and become the best you can be.<\/p>\n

If you\u2019re ready to become the hero of your own story, here are the essentials you should know:<\/p>\n

When you step into your greatness, you can overcome any hardship and achieve your dreams.<\/p>\n

What is Personal Power?<\/h2>\n

At its core, personal power is your ability to create the life of your most audacious dreams. It gives you the confidence and tremendous grit to pursue your goals, even in the face of a setback. And it\u2019s the key to living in alignment with your true essence\u2014the essence of the creator.<\/p>\n

Lisa Nichols<\/strong>, one of the most powerful speakers in the world and trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s Speak and Inspire<\/em> Quest, defines it as inner strength and resilience that allow you to overcome challenges and pursue your goals with consistency and determination.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cResilience is the big one, as it is something you tap into when you hit a wall,<\/em>\u201d she explains. \u201cIt\u2019s what you master up when nothing goes the way you wanted, when your dreams shatter and your relationships fall apart.<\/em>\u201c<\/p>\n

Simply put, it is about owning your life and your choices to create the outcomes you desire from a place of authentic power.<\/p>\n

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Members at Mindvalley University 2022 in Tallinn, Estonia<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The True Importance of Personal Power<\/h2>\n

When it comes to personal power, it isn\u2019t about social status, wealth, or any external factors. Instead, it\u2019s all about your mindset and habits.<\/p>\n

And mindset changes everything, according to this phenomenal Dr. Carol Dweck\u2019s scientific research<\/a>. For example, children who have a growth mindset are so much better at overcoming academic stumbling blocks than those with a fixed mindset.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So, cultivating inner strength is essentially about developing an ever-growing mindset as opposed to a predetermined one. It\u2019s your moment-by-moment readiness to make decisions and take action that moves you closer to your goals.<\/p>\n

You see, when you let your circumstances control you, you give your power away. But when it\u2019s the opposite, you have the ability to direct your life from within.<\/p>\n

Examples of Personal Power<\/h2>\n

This kind of strength can be seen in everyday occurrences.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Think of a time you overcame a challenging obstacle, like a serious illness or a significant setback at work. This is your personal power in action.<\/p>\n

Here are a few more examples:\u00a0<\/p>\n

The Nelson Mandela story\u00a0<\/h3>\n

Nelson Mandela was a real force. He fought against apartheid in South Africa, even when it cost him 27 years of imprisonment for his beliefs.<\/p>\n

But even after all that time in jail, he never lost his sense of personal power that eventually enabled him to become the very first black president of South Africa.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Even though he spent so much time as a prisoner, he kept believing in his innate power and became South Africa\u2019s first-ever black president.<\/p>\n

The Lisa Nichols story<\/h3>\n

One of the most inspiring instances of personal power is the story of Lisa Nichols\u2014a story of immense resilience and unshakable conviction.<\/p>\n

At some point, as a young single mother, she was left with $11 in her bank account and had to have her son wrapped in a towel for two days. That\u2019s when she promised her baby that she would never be broken nor broke again.\u00a0<\/p>\n

\u201cI was willing to completely die to any form of me that I had been so that I could birth the woman I was becoming,<\/em>\u201d she shares in one of her motivational speeches.<\/p>\n

It took her 10 years to find her passion and voice for speaking and motivating others, instilling empowerment and hope into millions of hearts. That was her conviction\u2014her personal power.<\/p>\n

The Different Types of Individual Power<\/h2>\n

Individual powers differ, and not all of them are benevolent. Here\u2019s a chart of different types of inner power and their possible adverse effects:<\/p>\n

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Type of Personal Power<\/strong><\/td>\nDefinition<\/strong><\/td>\nApplication<\/strong><\/td>\nAdverse Effect<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Coercive power<\/td>\nA type of power based on the ability to punish<\/td>\nUsed in situations that require the use of various forms of coercion to get a desired outcome, such as military situations\u00a0<\/td>\nWhen used excessively, it can lead to resentment and rebellion<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Reward power<\/td>\nA formal type of power to provide incentives or rewards to others<\/td>\nUsed to motivate, encourage, and recognize employees in a professional setting or reward desired behavior in personal relationships<\/td>\nToo much of it can lead to dependence on external rewards and a lack of intrinsic motivation<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Legitimate power<\/td>\nA type of power based on the authority of one\u2019s position or role<\/td>\nTypically associated with formal leadership positions, in settings with clear hierarchy and rules<\/td>\nIf the authority is only formal or illegitimate, it can\u00a0 lead to resistance<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Expert power<\/td>\nA type of power based on knowledge, skills, or expertise<\/td>\nUsed to impact others through sharing information, providing guidance, or offering solutions to problems<\/td>\nCan lead to excessive reliance on experts and a lack of diverse perspectives<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Referent power<\/td>\nA type of power based on respect and admiration<\/td>\nUsed to influence others through building strong connections and displaying charisma and positive qualities<\/td>\nRequires constant and consistent efforts to maintain it<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>
The different types of individual power<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n
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Members at Mindvalley Weekend 2022 in Berlin, Germany<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

What Are the Sources of Our Power?<\/h2>\n

Our personal power isn\u2019t something we are born with. It\u2019s the result of inner work and the growth mindset we intentionally cultivate.\u00a0<\/p>\n

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Your convictions and your convenience won\u2019t live on the same block.<\/p>\n

\u2014 Lisa Nichols, trainer of Mindvalley\u2019s Speak and Inspire Quest<\/cite><\/p><\/blockquote>\n

There are only two external sources of this capability that serve as your support system: 1) a strong network of friends, family, and mentors<\/strong>; and 2) an overall healthy environment<\/strong>. In other cases, your personal power is internally generated.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s take a closer look at these internal sources:<\/p>\n