Breaking Through Self-Limiting Beliefs: Unlock Your Full Potential

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What if the beliefs holding us back are nothing more than illusions we've accepted as truth? Join me, Tone Motivates, as we uncover the secrets of breaking through these mental barricades to unlock our full potential. This episode is a personal journey filled with anecdotes and practical exercises designed to help you identify and reframe those pesky self-limiting beliefs. Picture driving with the handbrake on—those beliefs slow us down, and it's high time we release them. From societal pressures to childhood whispers, we explore how these beliefs take root and offer strategies to challenge them effectively. 

Imagine transforming your inner dialogue, turning "I can't" into "I'm learning every day." Together, we’ll practice small, bold steps to shatter these invisible barriers, whether it's speaking in public or redefining what's possible for you. Hear about my own doubts and triumphs in podcasting, and learn how surrounding yourself with success stories can rewrite your narrative. Plus, I invite you to share your breakthroughs. Who knows, your story might inspire others on their journey to self-empowerment. Let's clean those smudged lenses and see the world—and ourselves—more clearly.

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Episode Transcript

Speaker 1 (00:00):
Hey, hey, hey.
Guys, we're back with anotherShades of Tone episode with your
girl, tone Motivates, and todaywe're going to be chatting
about breaking barriers,overcoming self-limiting beliefs
to achieve our goals.
A really awesome quote I saw atbrainyquotecom is by Jackie
Rosen, and she said if we aregoing to create the future, then

(00:24):
we must break down the barriersthat are holding us back from
our full potentials.
Let's chat about some examplesof self-limiting beliefs.
They can include I am not goodenough, I don't deserve and I
can't.
All of these can be lingeringaround in your head just waiting
for their chance to rain onyour parade.
So let's get into discreditingthese little boogers in our head

(00:48):
for good.
Okay, so let's set the stage.
What are self-limiting beliefs?
Imagine driving a car with thehandbrake on.
That's what self-limitingbeliefs do?
They slow you down andsometimes make you feel stuck in
place.
Self-limiting beliefs arelittle lies we tell ourselves
that keep us from greatness.

(01:08):
You know, like I'm not smartenough or I'm too old to try
something new.
Think of a goal you've beenavoiding.
What's the first thought thatcomes to mind when you imagine
starting it?
That's likely your limitingbelief talking.
So where do these beliefs comefrom?
Let's discuss some commonorigins of self-limiting beliefs
.
It can involve childhoodexperiences.

(01:31):
Maybe you were told stay inyour lane, and now you're too
scared to dream big.
It could come from societalpressures.
How many times have you beentold that's not practical or be
realistic?
I know I'm always told thatbecause I'm the delirious
optimist.
But let's dig a little bit,grab a piece of paper and write
down one belief you carry foryears.

(01:51):
Where do you think it came from?
Is it yours or did someone elseplant it there?
Let's get into some strategiesfor identifying self-limiting
beliefs.
To some strategies foridentifying self-limiting
beliefs.
Now, awareness is key.
Every time you think, I can'tpause and ask yourself why not?

(02:12):
Are you stopping yourself or isthis an actual barrier?
Second challenge the belief Ask.
Is this true?
Is there evidence to supportthis belief or is it just a fear
wearing a convincing disguise?
For example, if you think I'mnot smart enough to do or start

(02:34):
a business, look at all theself-taught entrepreneurs
driving out there.
A lot of them don't even have adegree of formal training.
Sometimes you have to reframeyour narrative, shift it Instead
of saying I've never done thisbefore.
Try.
This is an exciting opportunityto learn something new.
Prompty, prompt.

(02:55):
Take one limiting belief andwrite a new, empowering version
of it.
For example, change I'm too oldto switch careers to.
I have a lifetime of experienceto bring to this new path.
Let's break through the beliefs.
Let's take small, bold actions.
If you think you can't speak inpublic, practice reading a

(03:16):
recipe out loud to your friendsBaby steps.
Prompt.
What's one tiny, manageablestep you can take this week to
challenge your belief?
Commit to it.
Two surround yourself withevidence of success.
Here's a tip Follow peoplewho've already done what you

(03:39):
think you can't.
Let their stories rewrite yours.
I challenge you to find oneinspiring story today that
contradicts your belief.
Write down why it inspires you.
You can also create a personalmantra, for example.
When I feel doubt creeping in,I tell myself I'm capable and

(04:01):
I'm learning every day.
What's yours?
I'm capable and I'm learningevery day what's yours.
Now we know that there are reallife barriers and breakthroughs.
For example, I once thought Icouldn't start a podcast because
I assumed I'd be inconsistentand no one would listen.
Now, here we are, chatting likeold friends.

(04:21):
I would love for you to send meyour self-limiting belief and
the step you're taking toovercome it.
I'd love to feature yourbreakthrough story in a future
episode.
Your beliefs are lenses on acamera.
If they're smudged or broken,your view of the world is
distorted.
Clean those lenses and you'llsee the world and your potential

(04:45):
clearly.
So let's recap our action stepsIdentify your belief, challenge
its truth, reframe thenarrative and take small, bold
actions.
What's one belief you're readyto rewrite, starting today, say
it loud.
It's the first step to breakingthe barrier.
As always, always, love.