How To: Activate Your Inner Superpower

Murad believes that skincare is an essential part of overall well-being. When we feel good in our own skin – physically and emotionally – we move through life with confidence and purpose. To live a happier, more balanced, and stress-free life, we must recognise our unique strengths—our personal superpowers:

SELF-CONFIDENCE – Owning every situation with assurance

RESILIENCE – Rising above challenges with strength and perseverance

COURAGE – Stepping beyond fear to grow and evolve

TRUTH & UNIQUENESS – Staying authentic and embracing what makes us unique.

By nurturing our skin and inner well-being, we cultivate self-care that empowers us to show up as our best selves – inside out. 

ACTIVATE SELF-CONFIDENCE

1. Know your strengths

 

Recognise what you are good at and make it your key strength. Rather than focusing on what you lack, focus on what you are good at and what you enjoy doing. Take time to grow your superpower and expertise. Remember that building competence takes time - be kind to yourself and don’t give up. Nobody was born an expert – learning is a natural process.

 

2. Stop comparing yourself to others

It’s not bad to compare yourself to others, as external environment can give precious feedback enabling you to grow and find yourself better in society. However, don’t believe in what you see on Instagram & Tik Tok – it’s only a part of other people’s journey. Selected, filtered and showing the best bits! The key person you should be comparing yourself to is you. Acknowledge the ride you have made and all the great work you have done to become a better version of yourself. Every single day.

 

3. Challenge accepted

 

Start looking at challenges as an exciting & the only way to growth. Challenges are gifts we get from the universe. Reframe negative self-talk. When you talk down to yourself, you hold yourself back and decrease your confidence. Instead of “I can’t handle this” try “I will do this” or at least “I will do my best to do this”. It might not go well from the beginning but ultimately you will make it.

ACTIVATE RESILIENCE

1. Set SMART goals

Set your goals using SMART technique - ensure your goals are Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Details will support & guide you through the journey. Having clarity in your goal-setting provides the motivation and focus you need to become successful and achieve your dream goal.

 

2. Celebrate small wins

You want to get toned before the summer, started exercising and see that your waist is 1 cm smaller? Amazing, it’s time for celebration! Don’t let others (or your inner critique!) ruin your satisfaction by focusing on how much you still want to change. By celebrating small wins consistently, you not only keep yourself motivated and driven, but also set yourself better for further success. And remember: celebration is not always about food & drinks. It ‘s doing something that makes you feel good: going to the cinema, enjoying an extra time in the sun or arranging an extra me-time. 

3. Envision the goal

They say it’s about the journey, not the destination. However, creating a vivid mental image of achieving your goals is really important. Want to become a famous dancer? Practice but also try to visualise yourself on the stage, performing specific moves & choreography. Try to see the details of your moves, how you act and what you wear. Envision the scene and audience. It is scientifically proven that visualization technique improves performance and motivation.

ACTIVATE COURAGE

1. Acknowledge your fear

We are all afraid of something - it’s natural. However not all of us want to admit it. The truth is, denying your fears only make them stronger. Understanding where your fear comes from helps you to be more self aware and work with it, rather than against it.

2. One step at a time

Gradual exposure to your fear will ultimately make you feel less anxious about it. Psychology calls it systematic desensitisation. Start small. What's the tiniest & easiest step you can take to look in the eye to your fear? Do it. Once done, what is the next small step you can take? Take it. This way, step by step, you will be able to take control back over your fears. And remember, what doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger.

3. Don’t try to be perfect

Every journey is full of challenges and will not always go as planned. Don’t try to be perfect – just as good as you can. Insistence on perfection can often lead to smaller motivation when challenges appear. One step back after 10 steps in the right direction should not make you want to stop your journey. After you fall, just stand up and take another step. As easy as it sounds. 

ACTIVATE TRUTH & UNIQUENESS

1. Be honest with yourself

Try to understand better your motives and desires. What do you believe in? What is really important to you? Don’t be afraid to show it. Ask other people what they think makes you – you. The combination of traits you have is unique - there is no other person like you. Being you is your strength.

2. Put yourself first

You are the only person you will spend your whole life with. Be prepared to put yourself first when you need it. Not everyone will like you. You can people-please, agree to things you don't want to do, or even pretend to be someone else but it will never ultimately work for anyone. And that’s ok.

3. Establish healthy boundaries

When your boundaries are clear, it's easier for people to respect them. There’s nothing wrong in saying no.  Always be straightforward but polite.