Get Off Your “But”
Overcome self-sabotage and embrace a more fulfilling life.
Summary of 6 Key Points
Key Points
- Recognizing and acknowledging self-sabotage
- Understanding the origins of your ‘but’
- Taking responsibility for your actions
- Practicing self-affirmation and positive thinking
- Creating a vision for the life you want
- Building resilience and coping mechanisms
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Recognizing and acknowledging self-sabotage
Recognizing and acknowledging self-sabotage is a pivotal point in one’s journey of self-discovery and self-improvement. It starts by identifying the subtle and not so subtle ways we undermine our own progress and accolades. This can take the form of procrastination, lack of follow-through, self-deprecating comments, or even sabotaging relationships that could elevate our personal or professional status…Read&Listen More
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Understanding the origins of your ‘but’
Understanding the origins of your ‘but’ involves recognizing the excuses you make that prevent you from taking action towards your goals. These are often rationalizations or fears that stem from past experiences or deeply ingrained beliefs. They serve as comfort zones that keep you stuck in a particular mindset or situation, thereby hindering your progress and growth…Read&Listen More
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Taking responsibility for your actions
There’s an emphasis on the importance of taking full responsibility for one’s life decisions and actions. It’s about rejecting excuses and not allowing external circumstances to dictate the course of one’s life. Taking responsibility implies understanding that we are the creators of our own life story and experiences regardless of the circumstances we find ourselves in…Read&Listen More
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Practicing self-affirmation and positive thinking
Practicing self-affirmation and positive thinking involves transforming the negative and limiting beliefs about oneself into positive and empowering ones. This process requires deep introspection and repeated affirmation of positive beliefs about oneself. It means recognizing the good within oneself and focusing on it, rather than on the negatives. This can be achieved through daily practices such as affirming one’s strengths, talents, and positive traits, and visualizing oneself achieving desired goals and outcomes…Read&Listen More
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Creating a vision for the life you want
Creating a vision for the life you want, as explained, starts with recognizing the power of intention and clarity. It involves envisioning a future that excites you, rather than being trapped by the limitations of your current circumstances or past experiences. The process requires you to be honest about what you truly desire, not what others expect of you or what you think you should want. It’s about setting priorities and understanding deeply what drives your happiness and fulfillment…Read&Listen More
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Building resilience and coping mechanisms
The concept of building resilience and coping mechanisms is central to overcoming the inherent obstacles and challenges that individuals face in their lives. The book emphasizes that resilience is not an inborn trait, but rather a skill that can be developed with deliberate practice and mindset shifts. It underscores the importance of facing adversities head-on and using them as opportunities for growth. Resilience is portrayed as the ability to bounce back from setbacks, adapt to change, and keep moving forward despite difficulties…Read&Listen More