May 2, 2024

What is a limiting belief?

A limiting belief is a belief that we hold about ourselves, others, or the world that limits our potential and prevents us from achieving our goals. Limiting beliefs are often deeply ingrained in our unconscious minds and can be hard to identify and overcome. They can be formed as a result of past experiences, societal conditioning, or negative self-talk.

Common examples of limiting beliefs include thoughts like “I’m not smart enough”, “I don’t deserve to be successful”, or “I’ll never be able to achieve my dreams”. These beliefs can hold us back from taking risks, pursuing our passions, and living our best lives. They can be a major obstacle to personal growth.

The good news is that with practice and self-awareness, we can learn to identify and challenge our limiting beliefs and replace them with empowering beliefs that help us reach our full potential.

5 ways to eliminate a limiting belief.

Here are five ways to help eliminate a limiting belief:

  • Question the belief: Start by identifying the belief and questioning whether it is true or not. Ask yourself if there is any evidence to support it or if it is just a perception you have. Now challenge the belief with logic and reason. Ask yourself is it true?

  • Replace with a positive belief: Once you have identified the limiting belief, replace it with a positive belief. For example, if you believe that you are not good enough to succeed, replace it with a belief that you are capable of achieving your goals.

  • Visualise success: Visualise yourself succeeding in whatever you want to achieve. This will help you overcome the negative thoughts and help you to focus on the positive.

  • Take action: Taking action is one of the most effective ways to overcome limiting beliefs. By taking action, you are proving to yourself that you are capable of achieving your goals. Break the actions down into small achievable steps.

  • Seek support: Finally, seek support from a coach. Having someone to talk to and share your struggles with can be very helpful in overcoming limiting beliefs. They can offer you insight, perspective, and encouragement to keep moving forward.

Remember, eliminating limiting beliefs takes time and effort, but the rewards are worth it. By overcoming these beliefs, you can unlock your full potential and achieve your goals.

You may require help clearing your limiting beliefs by working with a coach.

Working with me as your coach

In private 1:1 coaching we will work together looking into your behaviours, habits and beliefs to help realign you on a path to nourishment. Sessions are customised to you and guided by your needs.

In the sessions we will uncover deep emotional root causes that have been keeping you stuck, we will release negative emotions and limiting beliefs you are holding onto.

This will allow you to clear issues and take control of your emotions, so they are no longer controlling your life.

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