It matters.
When you believe that something is possible for you, then all of a sudden, it becomes more probable. It starts with that grain of belief in what you want, and ultimately, in yourself.
The truth of the matter is, you have everything you need; all of the skills, strengths and capabilities, they're there. Sometimes it's easy to lose track of them. Losing track of them doesn't mean they don't exist anymore, it means they're not "on the tip of your tongue" so to speak. You know that feeling? When you're trying to remember the name of that song or movie? Except it's not the tip of your tongue at all, it's really in the data centre that you call your brain. Every lived experience you've ever had is stored somewhere in those archives. I know, incredible. Sometimes all it takes is a song on the radio, or a smell coming from a restaurant, to take you right back to an experience. It can be that quick.
So how do you access experiences that are useful, right here and now? Hmmm...that's my job. To illuminate those strengths and skills and capabilities of yours so you can tap into them and find the confidence, or whatever else you may be looking for, to take the first step.
Your belief has to be greater than your fear. I know, there's that word again, fear. You have to truly believe in yourself and what you want, more than you believe that reptilian brain of yours. It's going to tell you that you don't know enough, you're not smart enough, you're too old, too young, the timing won't work etc. And it's a lie. A normal feeling for sure, and it's a lie. But keeping you alive and functioning is more tricky for your brain when you want to do something different. Dumb? Yes. But knowing this can be your secret weapon! When you know how to outsmart your brain, then you can get on with things! Does that sound good to you?
Are you willing to give it a try?
Let's get to it...
Your challenge for the next week...
Tips to outsmart your biology:
Don't overthink it - instead take the first step and see what happens.
When you take a small step, you can always go back. OR,
You may realize you like where you're heading, so you can take another small step.
Call out your fear - maybe it sounds a little silly AND it works - you can say out loud - oh that's my reptilian brain trying to protect me.
This interrupts the circuit of fear for a few moments to let you take action.
Action - I can't say enough about the power of taking action. Most times you'll end up asking yourself "What took me so long"?
Just so you know, you may never feel like you're completely ready, but the belief that something's possible, and the willingness to start with one step, is how it starts.
If you truly believe in yourself and what you want, more than you believe that reptilian brain of yours, then you're already headed in the right direction.
Want to tap into YOUR confidence so you can get what you want? Contact me Let's get you clear on YOUR skills, strengths and capabilities so you can be the confident person you were born to be!
Stay safe and well.
Cheers,
Ann
Is your belief greater than your fear?