Being in lockdown due to the pandemic, a lot of us are experiencing stress and anxiety. Many are struggling with the fear that there aren’t a lot of options available to us since we believe that opportunities for growth are limited. These fears aren’t unfounded because we see people losing their jobs, losing loved ones, and losing chances for new experiences. It’s hard not to think about all that we’ve lost since the start of the global pandemic. It can sometimes be a struggle to look for the silver lining in all of this.
However, we don’t have to believe that we are limited. What we can do is to decide to change our lives starting with changing our mindset. You don’t have to wait for the new year to change your life. You can start to adapt a growth mindset right now. Here are 2 dangerous mindsets that can stunt your personal growth and how you can address them:
Settling for less
I get it. The pandemic has reduced our opportunities by a lot since this thing started. Our chances to pursue studies, to travel, to start a brick n mortar business, to do more outreach, etc has taken a back seat. Right now is not a good time to leave a job (which we all are grateful that we still have) to pursue your dream business. We have to take a pragmatic look at what is possible. That does not mean you have to continue working a job you hate. However, you can improve your circumstances and try to rekindle the lost spark. Do whatever you can to make work easier and more enjoyable. If you’re overwhelmed, take a break. If you feel that you are getting most of the workload, take a step back from picking up the slack and learn to say no. The point is, the situation is not going to improve by itself. You have to do something to make it better. You can’t keep doing the same thing and hope that it makes you happy.
A drop of water in the sea
Don’t fall into the trap of thinking that small steps can’t make a difference. You can’t get to a dollar without a quarter. You can’t get to a hundred without a dollar. You can’t get to a million without a hundred. The small things matter. We sometimes get impatient and want to see the big results. But it’s the small things that lead to a big difference. Small changes in your diet like swapping out soda for water can lead to bigger and healthier changes. Small habits like waking up 10mins earlier can lead to having more time in your day. Investing a bit of time in your side hustle can be all it takes to help your online business kick-off! The little things count.
How have you overcome these dangerous mindsets in order to achieve personal growth? Share them with us in the comments. Remember to work smart and be a blessing to someone today. Stay safe and healthy!
Written by Jaie O. TheHelp