“When you doubt your power, you give power to your doubt.”
~Honore de Balzac
Remember when you were little and dreamed about being a pop star, doctor, vet, artist, etc.? At what point in your life did you tell yourself it’s not gonna happen and you should pick a more realistic future. Did that little voice in your head take over your life? You know what that voice in your head says…You can’t do it. You’ll never be good enough. You’re going to fail.
This voice taunts you still, whenever you set a goal. It criticizes you when life gets difficult. It beats you down when you struggle to stand up against it. Deep down you know that you should listen to that little voice, but self-doubt is a greedy bitch. It takes your confidence, logic, and all the happiness in your heart. You are only left with fear, insecurity, and regret.
The quick think positive tips on Pinterest don’t help. Because Pinterest doesn’t know you. It doesn’t know your story; it doesn’t know why you are stuck in that passenger seat.
You need to let yourself let go. Let go of the critics that told you, you can’t. You need to teach yourself it’s okay to be afraid, but fear should not stop you. Yes, think realistic about things, that’s okay. You need to pay bills. But it’s okay to still work on yourself and your passion on the sidelines until you can turn it into your future. Baby Steps.
Stop listening to people who bring you down.
Some people are convinced that everything is impossible, and they are quick to shoot down ideas. They’ll poison your mind into a state of hopelessness. Don’t let them steal your energy just because they’ve lost theirs. Instead, surround yourself with supportive and passionate people who can both inspire you and bring out the best in you. You can find them among friends, family, books, or blogs like Rebel Stories. They will lift you when you feel down and help you see the bright side of your darkest fears and doubts.
Permit yourself to try…and try again.
Self-doubt never disappears. Over time, you just get better at dealing with it. It will greet you every time you fall out of your comfort zone and whenever you strive to do something great. But know that it’s not something you have to fear or resent. Your doubts are only thoughts, not your future. Sure, something may go wrong. But if you never try, you’re losing an opportunity to improve your life.
Are you willing to risk that instead?
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