By Patricia Young
It is amazing how we start out with such an open mind when we are kids. Do you remember the feeling that everything was possible? There was, essentially, no fear, we felt so powerful and we could reach far.
But, as we grow up and mature our belief system becomes rigid. Living in a world that makes us believe that we are limited, we usually find ourselves not believing in our greatness and we forget how powerful we were once. Basically, our limits are the limits of our mindset and our beliefs.
Limiting beliefs are generalizations from experiences you had in the past. We see them as roadblocks based on our perception of the experience at the time. A belief is usually backed up by an experience.The only thing that prevents us from achieving our goals or dreams, getting what we really want, is the excuses we tell ourselves about why we can’t do it.
Being aware of your limiting beliefs is an important step, but it’s not enough to help you move toward your dreams. Try to question the belief and the experience you associated to it. Ask yourself if you can absolutely know this belief is true. You’ll be amazed to realize that once you look at it from that point of view, it doesn’t feel so certain anymore.
This will give you the opportunity to start replacing those limiting beliefs for new ones, turning them to its exact opposite, that will help you get anywhere you want!
Always remember: Your persistent thoughts will become your reality! Start re-designing your destiny. Take the steps towards achieving your dreams!
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Beth Niebuhr says
No doubt, we are our own worst influence if we make excuses for what we’re not doing.
empowerdiva says
You’re right Beth!
Teena Evert says
Oh those roadblocks can make us come to a screeching halt! The art is in how we get through them with grace to transform their perceived limitation. Nice Post!
Patricia says
Awwhh to erase those pesky “I can’t” thoughts and feelings! so much philosophy in books and history shows us to focus on the “I can”. go figure the majority poo poo the notion. I wonder why. great job!
empowerdiva says
thanks!
Crystal Peterson says
Great post. It can be so hard to shake those limiting beliefs that reside in our minds but once you do the world opens up to you and possibilites are endless. Thanks for sharing!
empowerdiva says
Thanks Crystal!
Beth Blacker says
Never say “I Can’t” when American ends in “I CAN”
empowerdiva says
lol, that’s right!
Jackie Harder says
Our parents and other adults in our early lives more or less pounded that sense of wonder and unlimited thinking. And they did it with the best intentions — they were trying to keep us safe. The thing is, we are adults now (at least chronologically). We can and should examine our beliefs to see if they are valid today. As I like to say, “Don’t believe everything you think.”
empowerdiva says
you’re right Jackie!
Nicole Guillaume says
A simple and powerful message. We are never too old to dream unless we tell ourselves that we are.
empowerdiva says
I agree! it’s our choice!
Maria Stefanopoulos says
So true! We have to comply with so many rules and other people’s fears while growing up (parents, school, etc.) we tend to lose our fearlessness. Here’s to taking it back and exercising those beliefs!
empowerdiva says
Cheers to that!
Michael Kawula says
The way you think alone can impact what you can and will achieve.
empowerdiva says
I agree Michael!
Emily McGrath says
Thank you for this wonderful topic and for the reminder that we can control our thoughts. Replacing those limited thoughts with positive thoughts that we can push through and get to the destination desired. What a powerful post, thank you.
empowerdiva says
Thanks for the nice comment Emily!
Tina Games says
One of my favorite topics! ~ I remember so much changing for me when I went off to college. All of a sudden - SO much was possible! I was no longer under the strict thumb of my parents and felt empowered to make my own choices. ~ That was over 30 years ago and I still remember it as a big turning point in my life!
~ Tina
empowerdiva says
Thanks Tina! such a nice story, thanks for sharing it!
Cher says
Yes, I agree that it’s so important to question our beliefs when they’re detrimental. Finding evidence for and against them is also beneficial.
empowerdiva says
I agree Cher, collecting evidence is very important!
Bonnie Nussbaum says
Thanks for the awesome blog! The more opportunities we have to check our stinkin’ thinkin’, the better.
empowerdiva says
Thanks Bonnie!
Marita Steffe says
My favorite subject! I remember the moment, when I realized that I was limiting my success and that I was not moving forward in life because of my limiting beliefs. It was hilarious and hard to belief how crazy this was. Thanks for writing about it, it’s the most important aspect in designing a dream life.
empowerdiva says
Thanks for sharing your story Marita! I agree with you!
Martha Tassinari says
Love this blog! It’s amazing how are past can lead us to these limiting beliefs even at the nonconscious level. Those limiting beliefs were learned at some point and new ones can be created that will support us!
empowerdiva says
That’s right Martha! Thanks for you nice comment!
Kristen Wilson says
Truth, you are what you think. I vowed to make 2014 much better and changed my attitude, it works. Thanks!
Edmund S. Lee says
I believe one of the big items holding many back is mindset. With the right mindset, everything is possible. Not easy, but a fun and worthwhile journey indeed.
Kerry Geocaris says
I just covered this same topic in my coaching group! Great post! I always tell myself to get out of my own way!!! Looking forward to reading more!
Christy says
Such a great post! We are what we think about and what we believe about ourselves!
Vicky says
Great topic. Having the right mindset is extremely important to achieving your goals.