5 Statements That Hinder Your Success

It is important to know though that your success is very much dependent on how you choose the things you say to your self and others and how strongly you believe each one of them.

Yep, your own words can make or break you in the process.

Here’s the thing: sometimes it’s quite hard to spot what isn’t exactly working for us simply because we have gotten used to saying it time and again in the past.

Default mode as they say.

However, default mode isn’t always right.

Take this time to reflect: what statements have you found yourself using time and again when you’re in a seemingly difficult situation?

What results do you get from using them so often?

I think it’s safe to say that more often than not, we tend to gravitate towards using statements that make us feel safe or ones which make us feel in control or comfortable.

But come to think about it now: what about the big opportunities you missed just because you were afraid to take the risk?

My dear, by now you know that success demands you to step outside of your comfort zone as you take that leap of faith towards becoming the person you’re meant to be: your own #bestmeever .

And you’ll only be able to do that by becoming more mindful of the statements you use, whether towards others or to yourself.

Here are the 5 statements that actually hinder your success:

1. “I am too old for that.”

Age is but a number. And there’s no deadline when it comes to pursuing one’s dreams. It all depends on how committed you are to it and how willing you are to go the extra mile no matter how long and whatever it takes. Yes. You can change careers at 40. Learn to utilize a new technology at 50. Become an influencer at 60. The possibilities are endless, so why limit them?

2. “I’m very busy.”

Fact: you can always find time for things and people that really matter to you. Work is not life. Same goes for your school stuff. Allow yourself to make time for opportunities that scare you but are very much in alignment with your goals. Drop the excuse and start embracing what is right in front of you simply because, your time is now.

3. “I’m not that type of person.”

It’s easier to say that we are not for something which we feel will make us most uncomfortable. But what if that very thing or situation is the one we need to grow? You’ve probably heard said it yourself: I am not into sports. I don’t like poetry. I am not techie. And the list goes on. However, looking at these now, what do you think is the value in at least trying? Maybe there’s a silver lining there waiting to be discovered only if you allowed yourself to.

4. “It already happened before.”

Well unless it’s a controlled experiment and you do the same things , the same way and the same time over and over again, then you can’t be really sure of the outcome. Never try to predict the future because you can’t. You deserve to take that risk and try once more because who knows, success may just be right around the corner. All you have to do is allow yourself to learn and grow from each experience, good or bad, so that you can use the wisdom gained moving forward.

5. “I can’t.”

You are just one letter away from changing your life for the better. Don’t let your fear of failing, being rejected or judged stop you from at least giving yourself that fighting chance to take up space and chase your dreams. Remember: things may be hard at first but with consistency and commitment, you eventually get to grow and flow in harmony with them.

So which of these statements resonate with you?

At least now with awareness, you are able to curate the things you say to yourself and others.