In these
unsettled economic times where thousands of people have lost their jobs and
many thousands more fear they may suffer the same fate, it is a natural
reaction to have self-doubts. There is a
visible reality to the economic recession and denying that would not be
productive. However, giving voice to these doubts can be counterproductive.
We've all
heard the expression that "We create our own reality". That may well be truer than we think. I’m sure if we wanted to, we could think of a
million reasons why we can’t do something (aka excuses).
Here’s
some if you’re running low on self-confidence these days.
• I’m too old
• I’m not old enough
• I don’t have enough money
• I don’t have enough time
• I’m not attractive enough
• I don’t have enough discipline
• I’m not strong enough
• I’m not smart enough
• I don’t have the energy for that
• I don’t know enough about that
• I’m not blessed with natural talent
• I don’t have enough power for that
• I’m not confident enough
Those are
just a few of the things that we allow to go on inside our heads. So before we
create or help to create a negative situation for ourselves, why not try
turning your thoughts around?
Consider
the following as alternative thoughts to the ones shown above.
• I have a great depth of experience
• I have the energy and exuberance of youth
• I can make all the money I need
• I can use my available time to my advantage
• I don't need to compare myself to others
• I can -- I will
• I have all the strength I need
• I'm just as smart as the next guy
• I can focus my energy whenever I need to
• I can learn just about anything
• I can build strong skills in areas where I
need them
• All the power I need is inside me
• I can do just about anything I have to do
Now, put
yourself in any life situation and compare the two sets of statements. How far do you think the first set of
statements will take you?
What
about the second set?
"If
you must doubt something, doubt your limits".
Price Pritchett
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