Blog #175 What’s Holding You Back? Part 1

A powerful article I read this week is a great reminder of how we let excuses get in our way. It maybe programming from our childhood or choices we have made along the way. Or maybe listening to what social media is telling us…

WE ARE CHOOSING; we have the power as a spiritual being to make choices that work for our Divine plan in this life time.

Are your excuses holding you back and getting in the way in which you are choosing to go? Excuses are mostly just the ego saying “I don’t want to do that!” like a little kid would.

From Power of Positivity:
Excuses Holding You Back and How to Overcome Them

Our brain is a conundrum. It contains better processing capability than any supercomputer, yet at times frustratingly impulsive and temperamental. We engage in fleeting and meaningless thought patterns yet are able to concentrate for long durations of time. It is fair to say that the brain is sometimes on ‘autopilot’ – doing its own thing without any voluntary interaction.

Something that the brain does when on ‘autopilot’ is make excuses. While you certainly may not ‘feel’ up to the task, you know that you’re more than capable. Whatever this task may be – studying, cleaning, a project, etc. – you just can’t seem to stop making excuses for buckling down and doing it. In the end, you just feel more frustrated, nothing is accomplished, and the task is still staring you in the face.

1. “I don’t have the time.”

Yes many of us are short on time because of work, family, kids, etc. Indeed, this is a legitimate limitation for many of us. This doesn’t mean that all hope is lost, however.

First, consider your priorities. You innately understand that family and work comes first; perhaps followed by housework, school, or something else. What about the remaining time in your day? Understandably, this time is perhaps limited…but it’s still there. Are you taking full advantage of this time, whether its 5 minutes or an hour?

How much do you spend on procrastinating, being anxious or absentminded. Be creative and don’t underestimate the power of small chunks of time.

2. “I don’t have the ability.”

“Whether you think you can or can’t, you’re right” – Henry Ford

While there may be inherent differences in ability from one person to another, brain research is finding that our brains adapt much faster than previously thought. Neuroplasticity – the changing of neural pathways in the brain due to changes in behavior, environment, thinking, and learning – has shown that it’s possible to evolve intellectually. You can become smarter, more resilient, and happier while pursuing your dreams. Don’t allow the illusion that you’re somehow incapable of achieving the goals that you’ve set for yourself.

3. “I’m just too busy.”

As with “not enough time”, this is an excuse that has some legitimacy. As a society, we’re overworked and overscheduled, distracted and off-balance.

Not only is this excuse counterproductive, it induces unnecessary stress. The constant feeling of busyness directly increases our stress levels. Busyness often manifests in – bad concentration and memory, impulsive behavior, lethargy, headaches, and feelings stuck.

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I feel a solution is to simply, be present. Do one thing and then move on!

As a spiritual being that you are you can own your power, ground off all the programming in your space and call back in a big gold sun above your head all your life force energy and fill yourself up from head to toe and out through your aura. Breathe and smile and BE!

Photo of a beautiful pathway I was walking along one evening at Hyatt Regency Golf Course.