Today I’m asking you, what’s holding you back? Are you even aware something is? Or do you know things aren’t right but have no idea why? Well, today I’m going to help you identify the things which stop you doing the things and being the person you want to be. Let’s get to it!

How to Find Out What’s Holding You Back

Imagine you’re playing a game of Monopoly. Everyone else is buying properties and moving around, but you are stuck on Go still waiting to throw a six to start. If only that dice would cooperate!

That’s a good example of when we know the reasons why something isn’t happening. Life, however, is not so simple. For instance, you have the dream to own a business so successful you can earn money without needing to work. But how are you going to get there? You need to find out what’s holding you back and act upon it. Below are some of the most common causes people become stuck in a rut. As you read through them, consider if they apply to you and why.

• You ask yourself the wrong questions. Instead of asking, “am I good enough”, ask “how can I make this happen.”
• You wait for the right time. Now is the right time. Do it!
• You are scared you might fail. So what? It provides an opportunity for you to learn, to increase your chances of success next time.
• You’re afraid of change. If you are worried about what may happen, you don’t get to enjoy what is happening.
• You let others make decisions for you. You need to choose your own direction and not worry about what others think.

It’s Time to Name It, Own It & Free Yourself!

Once you’ve identified what’s holding you back, it’s time to get rid of it. Name the reason or reasons why you are not achieving your dreams. Only then will you be able to act and own them.

Next, you need to write down how you are going to tackle each reason. What things will you say and/or do to get past it? I’m not going to lie and say this will be easy, but it can be done. I can even help you out with it. Comment below with something which is holding you back and let’s see if together we can help you free yourself!