Self-Imposed Limitations

Life is full of limitations, some of them real and some of them self-imposed. 

Self-imposed limitations are beliefs or attitudes about ourselves that limit our potential. Past experiences, social conditioning, or fear can cause these limitations, which can be detrimental to our growth as a human and reaching our goals.

Limitations are typically rooted in our subconscious, so you must be aware of them to break through. That’s step one. In order to identify them, pay attention to your negative self-talk. 

Next is challenging these beliefs. When you find yourself engaging in negative self-talk, refute those words. Visualize your success. 

Then, develop a growth mindset, believing wholeheartedly that you can grow with hard work and dedication. Think about the steps you can and will take to embrace challenges. 

Next, set achievable goals; it doesn’t matter how small. Create a vision and a plan. 

Seek support and guidance and surround yourself with people who support your goal and believe in you. 

Realize that achieving your goals requires resilience. Setbacks happen and they are learning experiences. If you encounter one, reflect on the lesson and move on with excitement and dedication. 

Lastly, celebrate the small wins along the way - this will help keep you motivated and allow you to believe in yourself. 

A quick note: if you’re having a day where you are really doubting yourself and need a mental health break, take it! Come back recharged and ready to take on the world. 

Breaking through your self-imposed limitations is key to achieving your full potential. Start with step one - identify any limiting beliefs - and go for it! 

Don’t underestimate yourself!