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Week 24: What's Really Holding
You Back?
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Welcome to our 70 new subscribers since last week.
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This Week's Topic: What's Really Holding
You Back?
Dear Friend,
What's really holding you back? When I was asked that question by a business
coach nearly seven years ago, I had no idea it would lead me to write a book of
the same name that would become my bestseller.
What I did know was that it was a question I needed to answer. Perhaps today, you're crossing paths with
this message because it's a question it's time for you to answer too. Maybe you've been stuck in a relationship
dilemma, or in your career, maybe it's about weight loss or your history of under
dreaming and overspending. Wherever
you're stuck, I've got news for you: You
don't have to stay stuck.
Being stuck is a choice. To get moving may be a challenge, but you can do it. It starts with three tools you control:
1. Your thoughts. Granted, we don't control the thoughts that
enter our minds, but we control the ones we choose to dwell on. There are some thoughts that show up at the
doorstep of your mind that you simply have to tell, "No, thank you. You're not welcome here." Changing your thoughts takes practice, but
it's not hard, especially if you are ready for the negative or self-sabotaging
thoughts when they come. Make a list of
your most persistent, counterproductive thoughts. After that, make a list of the thoughts you'd
like to replace them with - ones that will motivate you in the right direction.
2. Your words. One of the reasons to watch your thoughts is
because they often become words. There
is an often-quoted Old Testament proverb that says, "Life and death are in the
power of the tongue." It's true. Speak
positive truths out loud and watch how your energy changes. Notice the
difference in how people interact with you. Watch your relationships get stronger. But speak negativity and doubt, and you actually speak death into your
dreams. When you find yourself stuck,
rather than, "I'll never change" or "I'll never make any progress," speak words
of life, "This is a challenge, but with perseverance, I can overcome it" or "My
progress might not be as fast as I want it to be, but step by step, I'm getting
closer to the goal every day."
3. Your actions. When it comes to getting unstuck, it's all about
taking action! What action are you hesitating to take? What conversation do you need to
initiate? Just do it! Today. Take a step forward right now. Even baby steps will get you to the finish line. So whether it's a small step or a large one,
recognize the power you have to take action.
Journaling Assignment:
Make a list of your counterproductive thoughts. Then, make a list of thoughts that will motivate you in the right direction.
My Challenge to You:
Take one small, but specific action this week that will move you in the right direction. Be sure to tell an accountability partner of your intentions.
Until next time...Warm wishes,
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Valorie Burton, a life coach and speaker, is the author of Listen to Your Life, Rich Minds, Rich Rewards, What's Really Holding You Back?, Why Not You? and her latest, How Did I Get So Busy? The 28-Day Plan to Free Your Time, Reclaim Your Schedule and Reconnect with What Matters Most. Subscribe to her FREE, inspirational e-newsletter at www.valorieburton.com.
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