Although I want to hang onto the lovely warm days of summer there is something quite exciting about September.
Having just returned from a fabulous trip to Scotland where I was inspired by the countryside, mountains and landscape, it feels like there are lots of opportunities for a fresh start.
I've been thinking about this a lot recently as I'm planning some changes in my life and I don't want to fall into limiting ways of thinking and being that keep me from reaching my potential.
I know how we can be held back by old stories and beliefs about what is possible. Family, friends, environment and life experiences can influence us from an early age about our capabilities to make money, enjoy success at work and have great relationships.
And then life has a way of mirroring back the beliefs we have about ourselves and our situation.
For example, when we experience scarcity consciousness or feel constricted about deserving more, it's likely our actions and the response from others will reinforce how we show up. Each time this happens any patterns of behaviour will be embedded further.
In which case it may be time to start showing up in new ways!
As this great quote by Leonard Cohen says, 'Act the way you want to be and soon you'll be the way you act'
The first step toward a different experience of life is to notice your thoughts and beliefs and how they lead to the choices you make. Do you blame circumstances, don't ask for help, feel it's impossible to have what you want, are uncomfortable about charging what you're worth, procrastinate, stay small and invisible, don't really believe it's possible for you to have money and success?
What if you could change this and create a new story in any area of stuckness starting right now!
The fact is you can choose to believe that what you offer is of value, that you will take opportunities to be more visible and that it's OK to have more money, time and freedom to enjoy life.
Once you know your limiting patterns, acquire new skills and capabilities and take action you'll be on your way to a different reality.
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