If you’re like me, you’ve had moments in your life where your dreams were driven into the dark. And that is not a fun place to be. I’ll tell you what: Your dream is what keeps you alive when everything in your life becomes a challenge. It keeps you going when everything is against you. But when your dream goes into the dark, guess what happens… It becomes very difficult to stay encouraged. 

So, when I went through a period in my life where my dreams fell into the dark, I had to find a way to break through. When your dreams are in the dark, I call that the “fear cycle.” Now, when you think about it, everything you want is on the other side of fear. And I’ve developed a unique way to help me overcome fear in my life. 

My “Secret” to Overcoming Fear

Now, this might surprise you, but I don’t overcome my fears by trying to overcome them. I overcome them by analyzing and shifting my beliefs. I’ve had the privilege of working with many Indigenous Canadians and First Nations communities across the country. One of the things we talk about is the gap not being between our skills and abilities. 

We all have the skills and abilities we need to succeed. But oftentimes, the real gap is within our mindset. And as long as we’re in a fearful protective mindset, we’re not going to take advantage of all the opportunities that are available to us. Why? Because we don’t have the faith or confidence to believe that we can actually succeed. 

My Invitation to You

Here’s the deal… We all know people who have a bunch of skills, abilities, certifications, qualifications, etc., but are still underachieving in business and life. And they don’t need another award or credential. What they need is a shift in their mindset. If this sounds like your situation, I want to extend an invitation to you. I want to encourage you to examine your mindset. 

Now, please, don’t beat yourself up if your mindset is not as healthy as it could be. I want you to just simply notice. Take note of your thoughts, ideas, and preconceived notions regarding success and happiness. And if your mindset isn’t supporting or serving you, consider changing it to one that will. 

Shifting Your Mindset

I understand that many of the things I’ve covered about mindset feel a little vague in terms of application. Luckily, there are some practical steps you can take to improve your mindset today. Consider the following suggestions:

• Get around the right people: The right people will encourage and uplift you; they’ll believe in you and will always have your back. As a result, you’ll begin to flourish in unimaginable ways. These are the kinds of people you want to get around. Make a conscious effort to surround yourself with these types of individuals.
• Challenge yourself: One of the best ways to shift your mindset is to challenge yourself. Back when I was struggling financially, I entered a sales contest where the winner would take home a big cash prize. But I had to sell $8000/month for 3 consecutive months. I didn’t know if I could do it. However, I took the chance. I ended up winning. And the best part? I have not had a monthly income lower than 4 figures ever since. 

Your mindset is the key to unlocking all of life’s treasures. When you tap into your potential by adopting an empowering mindset, everything will change for you. 

Final Thoughts

Fear can be ruthless. However, it loses its power when you decide to take control by stepping into your greatness instead of shrinking back into your comfort zone. And the best part? We at Certified Flourishing Coach can help. Our team of expert coaches and facilitators can help you to thrive in everything from business and creativity to relationships and high performance. So, if you’re ready, contact us today to learn more. 

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