How To Strengthen Your Sense of Self in Order to Reduce Negative Thoughts

2023-12-11 ~ adminlife

Today, let’s talk about something that affects us all: our sense of self. You see, our sense of self is like the compass that guides us through life. It’s the sum total of our beliefs, ideas, and perceptions. It’s what makes us who we are.

We all have a unique blend of personality traits, likes, dislikes, moral codes, and belief systems that shape our identity. Some of us have a clear understanding of these elements and can articulate them easily. Others, however, find it challenging to express these characteristics, leading to a less defined sense of self.

Confidence in your abilities to go after your goals can sometimes be difficult to find or keep.

It can sometimes take time to discover the confidence you have inside you. This can be especially true if you are trying something new.

I have a program that can help you to discover what is holding you back from achieving your goals as well as help you set an attainable goal related to where you are in your life and where you are trying to be.

This program also works with you to build up your confidence in being able to reach your goal.

You can find out more about this program at Confidology, a funny name but a serious program.

You can contact me to talk about this or any other aspect of confidence and success at michael@coachmichaelw.com

Visit the site and read through the program description.

But here’s the kicker: no matter which group you belong to, your sense of self impacts your life in profound ways. When you have a clear understanding of who you are, you tend to live with more self-confidence and self-esteem. On the flip side, if you’re unsure of your identity, you may act in ways that don’t align with your true feelings and beliefs, leading to mixed emotions and inconsistent behaviour.

And it doesn’t stop there. If you believe you can’t change your personality traits or skills, you might start feeling discouraged about life. That’s when negative thoughts can sneak in.

But fear not! I’ve got some strategies to help you clarify your sense of self and kick those negative thoughts to the curb:

Get Clear on Your Values: Your values are the building blocks of your identity. They’re not some universal principles that apply to everyone. No, they’re deeply personal, shaped by your family, beliefs, environment, religion, and culture. Take the time to describe your value system in detail. This is your first step towards a stronger sense of self.
Make Your Own Choices: Your decisions should primarily benefit you and your health. Sure, if you have a spouse or kids, their needs come into the picture too. But that doesn’t mean you should neglect yourself. Spend some quality time focusing on yourself, doing activities that align with your values. Remember, it’s your life. It’s time to take control.
Set Healthy Boundaries: Boundaries help you manage your time and energy. They’re crucial for protecting your sense of self. By setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, you’re placing importance on yourself, leading to increased self-respect and self-confidence. Plus, you’ll be less likely to let others control your life.
Practice Positive Self-Talk: Affirmations are your best friend here. They’re positive statements that you repeat to yourself daily. The goal is to cultivate a positive mindset, leading to a stronger sense of self and fewer negative thoughts.

Remember, challenges are opportunities for growth. They’re your chance to dig deep and discover who you truly are. Embrace your identity, and remember, it’s okay to stumble along the way. With perseverance, you’ll develop a stronger sense of self and a more fulfilling way of life.

So why wait? Start your journey towards a stronger sense of self today!

To talk about any aspect of success or working with a Life Coach to help you to achieve success, you can book a 45-minute call by clicking on the blue button below.Don’t try to do all of this by yourself, ask and receive the guidance that can get you moving towards your own success.

Nothing happens until action is taken.

To your success.

Michael

P.S Don’t forget to visit Confidology to learn more about the program.

P.P.S if you want to find out more about my programs just check out the site Confidence and Life Coaching

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Shatter Insecurity and Conquer Your World

2023-11-29 ~ adminlife

You can kick insecurity to the curb and take the reins of your life. You’ve already got the drive and ambition. Now, let’s talk about how to amplify your confidence and really own your world.

Confidence in your abilities to go after your goals can sometimes be difficult to find or keep.

It can sometimes take time to discover the confidence you have inside you. This can be especially true if you are trying something new.

This program also works with you to build up your confidence in being able to reach your goal.

You can find out more about this program at Confidology, a funny name but a serious program.

You can contact me to talk about this or any other aspect of confidence and success at michael@coachmichaelw.com

Visit the site and read through the program description.

Insecurity: The Invisible Chain

Insecurity is that sneaky little devil that keeps you stuck in the starting blocks. It’s like a chain around your ankle, holding you back from reaching your full potential. But guess what? You hold the key to that lock.

You weren’t born insecure. Babies don’t worry about whether they’re good enough. So, where did this insecurity come from? Let’s break it down.

The Roots of Insecurity

Insecurity can sprout from a few different seeds:

Low self-esteem. If you’re constantly beating yourself up, guess what? You’re gonna feel pretty lousy. But here’s the kicker: your self-esteem is in your hands. You get to choose how you see yourself.
Craving approval from others. Sure, it’s nice when people like you. But if you’re depending on others to feel good about yourself, you’re handing over your power. You’re letting them control your self-worth. Not cool, right?
Unrealistic expectations. We’re bombarded with images of perfection everywhere we look. It’s easy to forget that those airbrushed models and billionaire entrepreneurs are the exception, not the rule. Don’t compare your behind-the-scenes to their highlight reel.
Past criticisms and insults. Negative comments from your past can stick like glue. But remember, those words say more about the person who said them than they do about you.

Feeling secure and confident isn’t something that just happens. It takes work. But you’re no stranger to hard work, are you?

Strategies to Boost Your Confidence

Here are some strategies to help you shatter that chain of insecurity:

Self-approval. Who needs approval from others when you can give it to yourself? Next time you catch yourself seeking validation, stop. Compliment yourself instead. It’ll feel weird at first, but stick with it. You’ll get the hang of it.
Compare yourself to…yourself. Are you better off than you were last month? Last year? That’s what really matters. Forget about keeping up with the Joneses.
Let go of the past. We’ve all said things we regret. But does it make sense to let someone else’s thoughtless comment from years ago still hurt you today? Let it go. Forgive and move on.

Feeling secure isn’t about impressing others. It’s about accepting yourself and trusting in your abilities. It’s about facing your challenges head-on and not letting others define your worth.

The more you love and trust yourself, the better you’ll feel about others too. So, are you ready to shatter your insecurity and conquer your world?

Remember, you’re stronger than your insecurities.

Nothing happens until action is taken.

To your success.

Michael

P.S Don’t forget to visit Confidology to learn more about the program

P.P.S if you want to find out more about my programs just check out the site Confidence and Life Coaching

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5 Facts You Might Discover About Yourself on Your Journey to Self-Discovery

2023-11-27 ~ adminlife

Today, we’re going to look into some strategies that you can employ to catapult your career and life to new heights. These tips are bold, and they’re just what you need to set yourself apart in life.

Before you can start to plan your success goals, there are many things that you need to understand before you can be sure that the goals you set are really the ones you want.

One of those things is to determine if there are any Limiting Beliefs that can stop you from actually achieving those goals.

I have a self-study Limiting Belief Program that you can go through to determine what your Limiting Beliefs are and how you can remove them.

You can read more and register for the program at Limiting Beliefs Program on my Confidence and Life Coaching website.

Start your journey on your path to success by identifying and removing your Limiting Beliefs so that you make the journey a lot easier.

The Strategies

Here are some strategies that you can use to supercharge your career and life.

Embrace the Power of ‘No’: We often feel compelled to say ‘yes’ to everything. But remember, every ‘yes’ is a ‘no’ to something else. So, learn to say ‘no’ when it matters. It’s like pruning a tree – you cut off the unnecessary branches to let the tree flourish.
Get Comfortable with Uncomfortable: Growth happens outside your comfort zone. So, take that challenging project, have that difficult conversation, or learn that new skill. It’s like diving into a cold pool – it might be uncomfortable at first, but once you’re in, you’ll feel invigorated.
Become a Lifelong Learner: The world is changing faster than ever. So, keep learning, keep growing, and keep evolving. It’s like being a shark in the corporate ocean – if you stop moving, you’ll sink.
Cultivate Emotional Intelligence: It’s not just about IQ anymore, EQ is just as important. So, learn to understand, use, and manage your emotions in a positive way. It’s like being a conductor of an orchestra – you need to understand and manage all the instruments to create a beautiful symphony.
Practice Mindful Leadership: Be present, be aware, and be mindful. It’s like being a lighthouse amidst a storm – you need to be steady, aware, and provide guidance to your team.

Remember, these strategies aren’t just about climbing the corporate ladder, they’re about becoming better leaders, better humans. They’re about finding your purpose and living it. And isn’t that what we all want?

So, are you ready to unleash the uncommon? Are you ready to find your purpose? If you are, I’m here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s embark on this exciting journey together!

Nothing happens until action is taken.

To your success.

Michael

P.S if you want to find out more about my programs just check out the site Confidence and Life Coaching

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Some Steps To Self Realization In Today’s Modern World

2014-12-212014-12-21 ~ adminlife

“Compete like you cannot fail.” ― Steve Backley, The Champion in all of Us: 12 Rules for Success

Self-Realization, You Can Achieve It

Self-realization is defined as the fulfillment by oneself of the possibilities of one’s character or personality.

In everyone’s life there comes a time when they need to have the self realization that they can do just about anything they put their minds to. This may seem like a pipe dream to some people, but there is a strong sense of accomplishment when you realize that you can do anything especially those things that will bring you success in your life. There are a lot of people who have a hard time gaining the self-realization they need to be the person that they have always dreamt of being; it’s just that they can put the effort into getting started.

There are people that will tell you that just through positive thinking and visualization you will be given all the things you need to realize that you are a decent person and you can achieve anything. That can work for a lot of people, those are the people that have a lot of time to sit in a dimly lit room with incense and candles meditating on the things they would like to have happen or change in their lives. So if you can’t do that, how can you achieve self realization?

In order to find self-realization the best thing you can do is to act positively to as many people as you can during your daily routine. Yes, some people out there will test your limits and instead of yelling, screaming, cursing them or bashing them on the head, you will need to think on the positive side. How can you do that with some people? Simple; think how great it is that you are not one of those people and that no one wants to smack you on a regular basis. If you can manage to make it through at least one week of thinking and acting positively to those people around you, even those that you would prefer not to, then you have a very good chance that all that positive thinking will build into the self realization that you are actually a good person. When you believe you are a good person, then you will start to see that good things do happen to you in your life. After that, it’s really very easy to get to the fact that you can do anything you put your mind to.

If you think you’re going to be stressed from being nice to all these people on a regular daily basis, then you really need to find a hobby that can help you to release that stress. This should be something a little bit aggressive so that you can release your built up energy. Putting model ships into a bottle, will only aggravate you and cause you frustration at this point. You should look more towards possibly boxing, martial arts or some other sport that will give you physical exhaustion and make you too tired to deal with other people’s attitudes. Then you’ll be happy as you have ever been and you will start to flourish in your life

These tips can help you on your journey to self realization and that things in your life will get better and you can do anything that you set your mind to.

To discuss how coaching can help you with achieving self-realization, contact Michael to arrange a no-cost call to determine if he can help you on your journey.

Michael

Michael is a certified Life Optimization coach as well as a Law of Attraction and Law of Attraction Wealth coach.
To discuss what a life coach can do for you and your motivation, and to schedule a session with Michael, use the contact form below.