…and stop stifling your dreams
Even the most successful people in the world have moments of self doubt.
One quick google search will unearth some super inspiring stories of celebrities, authors, entrepreneurs etc, all struggling with their own doubtful demons. (Hot tip, read story of how JK Rowling got started.)
Although self doubt feels uncomfortable, it’s actually a great sign that you’re looking to try something new and are moving beyond your comfort zone.
However, the clue is in the title. It’s going to get uncomfortable.
Brendon Burchard says;
“The difference between successful people and unsuccessful people is if you are struggling, self-doubt is always stopping you. Successful people have the same doubt, but they are exploring it and they acknowledge it”
Is self doubt stopping you?
Here’s how to blast through your mental barriers;
1. Dig Deep to Understand
When you start to feel discomfort rising, don’t just push it down. Stop and recognise how you’re feeling.
Where is it coming from?
Fear of failure? Fear of success?
What evidence is backing up this doubt?
You’ll often find the stories you have running around your mind are baseless, and rooted in the uncertainties of the unknown.
Take this moment to dig deeper, understand your fears, and acknowledge the skills you might need to acquire to move forward.
Your doubt is not an enemy. It’s a clue. Listen to it.
2. Embrace the Beginner Mindset
The world is changing at an unprecedented rate.
I read somewhere that the gap between the new Gen A and my daughters Gen X, is going to be akin to our generation (Gen Z & above), chatting with our great grandparents!
Unless you’re willing to get comfortable with constantly learning new stuff, you’re going to be feeling uncomfortable a lot!
However, this is a great thing.
This means we’re all just trying to figure stuff out as we go and no-one is truly an expert at anything.
So feel free to run riot with your thoughts and opinions!
