Think you can
"If you think you can, or if you think you can’t, either way, you’re right." ~Henry Ford~
Sometimes, some of our biggest obstacles our ourselves. Our presuppositions and preconceived notions about what we can and can’t do, our limiting beliefs, and how sometimes, the parts of us that stop us from achieving success. Finding these, voices, notions and beliefs can be tricky. The mind is good at hiding them from our conscious self. As we begin to notice and change these beliefs you may start to bump into your secret and not-so-secret fears.
Your mind is quite content in the comfort zone. But to change and get what you want, you need to leave that comfort zone. As you begin to focus on noticing your beliefs, the will become easier and easier to find.
After a day or two’s reflection, what are some of your beliefs about the outcome you are pursuing–both positive and negative beliefs? Get them down on paper.
Did any of your responses surprise you? Challenge a couple of these beliefs. As you begin to identify and examine each one, ask yourself:
* Is it true? Does this make sense?
* Where did I learn this idea? As I think about a belief is it my voice or someone else’s? E.g. mom, teacher, dad…
* How does believing this idea affect me?
* Does it help me or hold me back? How?
Awareness is the first step in changing any pattern of behavior. As you go about your day today, just notice how many of these old beliefs have worked their way into your "operating system."
Have a great day in whatever your adventure
To Success! To Life!
Sharon