Limiting Beliefs and How To Overcome Them

This week we are discussing overcoming limiting beliefs. What are limiting beliefs? Simply put they are excuses. They are the stories we tell ourselves about who we are and what is holding us back from becoming who we are meant to be. Limiting beliefs prevent us from reaching our full potential. Often, they are subconscious, which means we don't even know that we have them until someone points them out to us. Our brain is wired to conserve energy. We are comfortable in our routines, our jobs, and our relationships, and that comfort translates to not wanting to get out of our comfort zone.  We are even capable of sabotaging our own success because of limiting beliefs. But the truth is that we all can tap into our unlimited potential. You just need to imagine in, believe, face your fears and take action. How do you know if you have limiting beliefs? Well, some of the three common limiting beliefs include: I don't have time – But we all are allocated the same hours in a day. And we know that when we care about something, nothing can hold us back. But if we're not invested in something, naturally we tell ourselves that we don't have enough time. I don't possess adequate technical skills or I don't have what it takes. – Fear of failure or fear of success can be at the core of this excuse, or fear of being seen and not doing well. But, with focus and self-belief everything can be possible. I'm not strong enough – this belief keeps us in our comfort zone. We perceive ourselves as weak and unable to recover from failure, discomfort or rejection. The preference is to stay where we are to avoid the risk of becoming hurt. I think if we are all honest with ourselves, we could easily identify limiting beliefs that prevent us from self-actualising. These beliefs come from a negative mindset, and a place of fear that prevents you from rising up to experience a new opportunity. Limiting beliefs hinder progress and get in the way of your potential success. Sometimes the idea of success can be overwhelming, and staying put in your limiting beliefs makes you feel 'safe'. Tune in to learn more. Become empowered and learn from this mini MBA and enrol in the eCourse for Entrepreneurs Be inspired on the Blog Become a member (free) and receive your copy of Upgrade Your Life delivered straight to your inbox.