Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: With Heart, Humility, and a Little Humour
We all have those pesky little voices in our heads that tell us we can’t do something. You know the ones: “I’m not smart enough,” “I’m too old to start,” or my personal favourite, “Who am I kidding? I can’t pull off skinny jeans.” These are what we call limiting beliefs, and they can stop us from living our best lives—unless we face them head-on, with heart, humility, and a bit of humour. What Are Limiting Beliefs, Anyway? Limiting beliefs are the sneaky stories we tell ourselves that convince us we’re not capable of reaching our goals. They’re like the grumpy old neighbour who tells you to keep it down when you’re just trying to have a little fun in life. These beliefs often come from past experiences, failures, or the well-meaning (but misguided) advice of others. The good news? Just like that grumpy neighbour, you don’t have to listen to them. Step 1: Have Some Heart—Because You’re Worth It The first step in overcoming limiting beliefs is giving yourself some compassion. We’re all h...