Many people have bought into the trap of using external rewards (money, status, and material goods) as their main source of motivation. Every bit of research shows external rewards are not as motivating as intrinsic, or inner, rewards. Moreover, they actually impede performance and inhibit motivation over the long-term.
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Each of these individuals “KNOWS” but struggles to “DO.” And what I have noticed is it is typically my most motivated and driven clients that do this the most. It’s the therapists, coaches, and clients who are highly into personal development that are the biggest perpetrators of this phenomenon.
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When it comes to peak performance, humility may not be the first quality that enters your mind as being vital to achieving the goal of becoming your best. But as you will soon learn, it is indispensable on a neurological level.
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Engaging in activities that force you to be present and connected to your body and senses is the fast track into the flow state. Moreover, achieving flow can reduce the time it takes to learn new skills by up to 75%.
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In my experience as a psychotherapist and coach, few individuals will make more than a cursory attempt at meditation, let alone practice with any consistency. “It’s too hard,” “I can’t stop my thinking,” are the typical refrains I hear. There is no doubt one impediment is people’s tendency to overcomplicate it; meditation is the essence of simplicity. As human beings, we tend to have an inclination to make the simple complex.
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One of the qualities of peak performers is their level of motivation to seek out risks and challenges. The majority of people spend a great deal of time attempting to avoid risks. Why do these exceptional individuals look for opportunities to challenge themselves when everyone else is running in the other direction?
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The brain has limited resources. And when it comes to allocating its biological assets, the squeaky wheel gets the grease. Numerous studies have shown how certain brain regions associated with various activity grow in size to accommodate the demand for that endeavor.
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What if I told you there was a short-cut to accessing your maximum potential? Something that could turn Clark Kent into Superman. Moreover, that this ability resides inside each and every one of us. You may have experienced it occasionally throughout your life and not given it much thought but enjoyed the experience.
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Many assert they would die for someone. It could be their spouse, their children, or a cause. I feel this way about those I love, as well as what I believe in. There is no doubt in my mind I would give my life for these things. However, what I have come to realize is dying for a loved one or a cause is the easy part; it’s much harder to live for them.
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You can read countless books on strategy or study the lives of successful individuals in your efforts to identify keys to success. But until you do the hard work of overcoming your own shame, it will be very difficult for you to succeed.
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Take the time today to work on being more present. This is the only time you are truly alive. You cannot really live focused on the past or the future. BE HERE NOW! Life is a gift. Spend it wisely. Don’t allow your fears or others opinions to influence the way you choose to live your life any longer.
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Don’t give up on yourself. Everyone falls down in different ways. No matter how many bad decisions you have made, you are capable of making a good one. Believe in yourself and your abilities and start the process of learning to trust yourself.
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Find your passion. Study the lives of those who have succeeded in this area. Remain steadfast in your pursuit. Eventually, your distinct voice will emerge.
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If you are currently immobilized by fear or numbing yourself with compulsive behaviors, identify an area you can take massive action that will force you to become fully engaged. It needs to be bold in its scope. Otherwise, it will not unlock the necessary energy to break you out of helplessness and into a more empowered state.
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In your journey to success, the two main foes will always be fear and shame. Reach for support and vanquish these foes. Get out of your head, and just act on it.
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The truth is you are more than enough. Believe this wholeheartedly! Be the person who encourages others to be more authentic as well. Take these steps today, and watch what starts to happen.
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Start today with some aspect of your life you can retake ownership of and develop the necessary trust in yourself to succeed. Just as with gaining the trust of another, earning trust in yourself takes time. Be patient and consistent, and you will get there.
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There are so many talented and aspiring individuals who have a great idea or gift to express but the need to be perfect prevents them from exposing it to the world. The key to defeating perfectionism is conquering shame.
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To begin to see the daily gifts occuring in our life requires an intention to orient to these things. It may be challenging to believe this, but they are there even in the most painful times.
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What separates those who live a mediocre life and those who live an exceptional one? To be exceptional, stay committed to growth in these specific areas.
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Stop putting on your best front while dying inside. Discover how taking the risk to be vulnerable leads to creating a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
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The solution to breaking free from analysis paralysis and making effective decisions is overcoming the core fears that immobilize you.
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If you have to focus on one thing, stay persistent. No matter how slow you may be going, your getting there faster than the majority of those who are doing nothing.
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Reaching your full potential requires conquering shame and becoming your authentic self.
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The meaning you place on a problem determines how much it becomes a problem. Furthermore, it actually affects your brain chemistry leading aiding or impeding your ability to cope effectively with it.
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Learn how mastering your emotions is the key to turning ideas into action.
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Only you can ultimately know what fits for you or what direction your life should take. Your intuitive voice is uniquely yours. Pay attention to it!
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The key towards wholeness is learning how to accept and integrate all parts of yourself.
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Believe if you remain persistent and determined, something better is coming.
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Successful individuals get moving. They don’t wait for the perfect moment. Perfection is the enemy of done!
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Discovering how mastering your core emotions is the key to creating the life of your dreams.
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To acquire the life you desire,have the courage to conquer your fear and reach for more than you can now see is possible.
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Learn how grief can increase your ability to focus on what holds true value and meaning.
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Conquering shame is the key to becoming more authentic and discovering your unique life’s purpose.
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Innovation, growth, and creativity require having the courage to question the status quo.
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Break free of the victim mentality by realizing you always have a level of choice in every situation.
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Learn how to use fear as a resource to sharpen your focus and achieve your goals.
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Learn why developing emotionally secure connections with others is important to every aspect of our lives.
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Discover your unique gift and contribution to the world. Take the necessary steps to begin doing what you love, and create a life of meaning and purpose.
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Develop relationships with those who will not only encourage and support you but inspire and challenge you when necessary.
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Develop the courage to live an authentic life. Then your actions will align with your words.
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The key to maintaining discipline is identifying your true passion and purpose. This will allow you to develop the necessary motivation to sustain the consistency required to succeed.
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Courage is not an intrinsic quality but the result of believing others care and believe in us.
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True confidence leads to humility. Arrogance and ego are compensations for feelings of shame and inadequacy. Humility is essential for growth and making effective decisions.
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Learn strategies to maintain your level of motivation and enthusiasm throughout the challenges and obstacles that come with pursuing your potential.
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Discover how overcoming shame and embracing love is the key to conquering your greatest fears.
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Patience and persistence are not only necessary for success, but the time it takes to achieve your goals increases their value.
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Your current struggles and challenges are necessary for shaping you into the person you need to become to achieve success.
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Stop trying to control events around you and learn how to gain an internal sense of control.
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Achieving your full potential requires learning how to overcome your survival instincts and experience peak states.
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Find a balance between being grateful and appreciating what you have and pursuing more.
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Learn how to overcome your fear of aloneness and develop resources to increase feelings of connection.
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