What Beliefs Are Controlling You?
An idea that you are convinced about whether you are conscious of it or not.
Our beliefs are at the core of our being. They are the driving force behind so much of who we are and how we behave. It is imperative that you identify the beliefs that are driving you to live as you are and be sure they are in alignment with your values.
Your beliefs may be positive or negative; however, many of your beliefs about yourself are held at the subconscious level. When your beliefs are influencing you subconsciously, you are not in control of them. Being that these beliefs have so much influence on your well-being, it makes sense that you would want to identify them so you can change the ones that are not helpful. This is done by bringing these subconscious beliefs to your conscious awareness.
There are many ways to do this. One way to become more aware of your beliefs is to ask yourself, “What am I telling myself about a situation?” Let’s say that you have a business interview tomorrow and you know you are nervous. You try and calm yourself. You can also ask yourself, “What am I telling myself about this interview.” You may find that when you explore this you hear things like, “I’m not good enough”, or “I don’t deserve good things to happen to me.” These are just some examples. The point is to search for the subconscious beliefs that may be interfering with you being your best self.
When you identify these negative beliefs, it is important to correct them. Change the belief to what you want to believe. It is okay if you don’t believe it yet, but at least make the correction. The correction for “I’m not good enough,” might be “I have the skills needed for this job and I am an excellent worker.” What a wonderful correction. Then read these corrections often so your mind begins to take them in. Being more mindful of the beliefs that are negatively influencing you can greatly change how you feel about yourself and your circumstances. Take time to notice the thoughts that are impacting your feelings. Doing this can bring you unlimited freedom and power.
