What is the root and how to beat negative self-talk and limiting beliefs. A little self-criticism is a shared human mental pattern, and can even be healthy for the most part. But, we can also as open the door to that overly vocal a Negative nelly voice in our head.
However, if your negative voice, limiting beliefs and self-talk is preventing you from doing what you want or need to do in your life, then it has to get booted back out the door. This kind of mental chatter has no right to set up shop in your mind.
deeply held negative beliefs
Deeply held negative beliefs, when firmly rooted in your unconscious, stress you out, damage relationships, and can limit your potential for health and happiness. How do you then beat negative self-talk and limiting beliefs?
If you are sick of having the same old conversation with negative nelly, then be sure to try some of the ideas outlined in this article on how you can shift away from this damaging mindset, and finally release yourself of these negative beliefs.
What are limiting beliefs? How do you then beat negative self-talk and limiting beliefs?
are the little, but persistent voices that convince you that you can not be or do or have something due to a perceived inadequacy in some area of your life or personality.
Your negative nelly narrative usually goes something like this:
I will not ever be [this]…
I can not do [that]…
I do not have [this]…
I do not deserve to be/have [this]…
And, one common one that comes up for many people.
I am not good enough.
Lets us change up the narrative you may have been having with yourself for a very long time!
Overcoming negative self-talk & releasing limiting beliefs
Your mindset and inner talk have shaped everything you do, and they have likely prevented you from seeing opportunities and maybe even discouraged you from trying some things at all.
The good news is that it is possible to permanently change a long-held belief — even the ones that are lifelong.
You only perceive what you believe, so your beliefs shape the very world you life-in
But, when your limiting beliefs come into question, your whole world can experience a shift for the better.
Here are a few ideas to help you silence your inner critic for good!
When you find yourself feeling stuck or repeatedly spinning your wheels on the same speed bumps that life might be throwing your way, it is always a great idea to seek out the help and guidance of a life coach, counselor, or therapist.
→ The first step to releasing limiting beliefs is to shift your thinking into an awareness.
In addition to that, there are several things you can do on your own, in your own time and space.
Time to bring those disempowering thoughts out of hiding! Once you do that, know that you have a choice.
However, just simply being aware or having knowledge of them is not enough, Its just the first step. You must understand and believe that you have a choice about how to react to stressful situations.
→ Possible thinking, not just positive thinking
Your mind is a powerful thing, and when you fill it with thoughts of what is possible (not just positive), your mindset will start to shift.
When you believe something IS possible, you will notice options and opportunities coming up for you that would not have been noticeable if you did not think it was possible.
With repetition, your positive feelings will intensify, the new neural connections will strengthen, and will start to notice just how awesome this new behavior feels! HOW TO SHIFT YOUR MINDSET FOR BETTER HEALTH
“the only limits you have are the limits you believe ” Wayne Dyer
Reminding yourself often of these little wins can further shift your mindset and help you embrace the bright side of your perceived failures or shortcomings. It also helps to accept that you are perfectly imperfect, just the way you are!
→ If you would not say it to your friend, do not say it to yourself.
Your scarcity beliefs are assumptions you make about the reality that often not real. They not helpful, and they certainly do not serve you or the goals you want to achieve.
Ask yourself: would I say these, negative and unsupportive words to a friend?
→ Adopting empowering beliefs such as:
“It is not my job to please everyone else.”
“There will never be anyone else like me.”
To swap out your limiting belief with a more empowering one, will need to play a little mind game:
Convince yourself that the value you thought you were getting from the former limiting belief is not worthwhile and that your new empowering beliefs can serve to fill this void.
→ Take some time and space that’s all your
Ensure that you are creating space in your life for these new empowering beliefs. Take action and get into the habit of using your new behavior as often as possible until they begin to feel comfortable, familiar, and routine to you.
Just remember – you can harness the power of the possible! Overcoming negative self-talk and releasing yourself of limiting beliefs takes commitment, introspection, and a good dose of self-confidence to make the necessary changes stick.
There is the old saying that we view ourselves through a much harsher lens than the rest of the world does. So, let us try to bring our lens back into focus.
let me know in the comments:
how you deal with your limiting beliefs and what works for you!
References
Health.com: 9 Ways to Silence, Your Inner Critic
Thrive Global: What are the Limiting Beliefs and What Causes Them?
IQ Matrix: The Complete Guide on How to Overcome Your Limiting Beliefs
Recipe:
Positively Paleo Pie (comfort food without the guilt!)
Preheat oven to 350°F
Savory bottom layer:
1.25 lbs ground meat (free-range preferable)
½ medium onion, chopped
4 -large garlic cloves, minced
1 – medium carrot
1-small shredded (not peeled)
1 -Tb extra virgin olive oil
1/2 Tsp cumin
1 – 1½ tsp Himalayan pink salt or Celtic grey sea salt
1/2 Tsp turmeric
1 1/2 -tsp chili powder
Mashed cauliflower topping:
two small (or one large) cauliflower heads
5-6 large roasted garlic cloves*
½ – 1 tsp salt
Optional top layer:
½ cup shredded or crumbled organic, whole milk cheese (your choice!)
How to prepare the bottom layer:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat, and sauté onion + garlic until tender. Add the carrot + zucchini, cook until starting to soften.
- Add the ground meat, salt, and spices. Cook until the meat is browned, and very little moisture remains.
How to prepare cauliflower:
- Chop the cauliflower heads into small chunks, and steam until they soften – when a fork can easily pierce.
- Add the steamed cauliflower, roasted garlic, and salt to a food processor. On a low setting, puree until smooth. It may be necessary to use the tamper if you have one.
Assemble the pie:
- To assemble your Positively Paleo Pie, distribute the meat mixture evenly in the bottom of an 8-inch baking dish. Spread cauliflower mixture over the top, and bake for 25 minutes.
- If adding the optional cheese top layer, sprinkle the cheese on top after you baked, and then broil it until the cheese turns slightly brown (~3 minutes more in the oven).
*Roasted garlic cloves – done ahead of time.
Using a sharp knife, cut ¼ inch from the top of a whole garlic bulb to expose the individual cloves. Place bulb (unpeeled) on top of a square of aluminum foil. Drizzle a bit of olive oil over the top of the garlic bulb, to moisten. Wrap the garlic bulb with foil and bake in a preheated 400°F oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the cloves feel soft when pressed. Once cooled, the whole cloves should push out when pressed from the bottom.
Extra roasted garlic can be on its own as a spread on bread, crackers, sandwiches, crispbread, or veggies.
(and yes, roasting the garlic does make a difference in the flavor – magic!)
