Breaking Limiting Beliefs

Vijay Srinivasan
2 min readSep 8, 2023

Let me take you back to a time when I was grappling with some pretty hefty limiting beliefs. I had always wanted to make a positive impact on people’s lives, you know, the kind of impact that lingers long after you’ve left the room. But there was a problem — I was caught in the web of self-doubt and imposter syndrome.

The Voice of Self-Doubt

My chosen medium for making this impact was through blogs and social media posts. Seemed like a great idea, right? Well, I thought so too, until that little voice inside my head started whispering, “Who are you to do this? There are so many better speakers on Medium, and you’re not even that great of a writer.”

Oh boy, that imposter syndrome really knew how to rain on my parade. It made me second-guess every idea, every post, and every sentence I wrote. The fear of judgment from others, especially those “better” than me, paralyzed me into inaction.

I waited and waited, always with a fresh excuse. “Maybe I need more time to prepare,” I’d tell myself. But the truth was, I was just afraid of how I’d be perceived. What if people didn’t like my post? What if they left critical comments? Those thoughts kept me stuck in neutral.

Finding a Mentor and Facing Limiting Beliefs

Then, something changed. I found a mentor who helped me tackle those limiting beliefs head-on. We delved into meditative techniques that allowed me to find peace within myself. Slowly but surely, I began to challenge those negative thoughts.

Questions like, “What’s the worst that can happen if people don’t like my post?” started taking a backseat. Instead, I started asking, “What if I have something valuable to share? What if I can help even one person with my writing?”

With this newfound mindset, I took a leap of faith and started showing up. I decided to be unapologetically myself, flaws and all. It wasn’t about being the best; it was about being authentic.

Embracing Authenticity and Breaking Free

Today, here I am, no longer confined by those limiting beliefs. I’ve broken through that glass ceiling and am proudly sharing my vulnerabilities with the world. It’s a journey that continues to evolve, but I’ve learned that showing up as your true self is far more valuable than trying to be perfect.

So, if you find yourself held back by your own limiting beliefs, know that you’re not alone. I’m here to help you break free, just as I did. Reach out if you’re ready to challenge those beliefs, overcome your fears, and start making a positive impact. Let’s take that leap of faith together. 🚀

#BreakLimitingBeliefs #BeYourself #YouAreEnough

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