Stories are powerful. As human beings we’re naturally drawn in when someone starts telling a story. Our curiosity spikes and we can’t help but want to know what happens next.
This is why all the shows we watch leave us with cliff hangers before every commercial. You can’t leave now! You have to see what happens next! Stories are much more than the shows we watch. When we learn about the life stories people go through, it can bring people together and make a dramatic impact for good.
There is a downside to some stories however, and one great example of this is the story we get stuck telling ourselves.
Even if the story is true, this is a problem because it puts us in a closed mindset. When we’re stuck in a closed mindset, we’re not open to learning new, useful information that can help us get out of the situation we’re in.
“This is what happens when you get old.”
“Everything changed when I turned 50.”
“I just can’t seem to stop putting on weight since I started going through menopause.” “My knees/back/shoulder will just never get better”
Although there may be some truth to those statements, if you get stuck telling yourself this over and over, your mind will start to believe it and in turn become blind to potential solutions. The truth is, things do change as we age and start going through things like menopause, but that doesn’t mean there isn’t anything we can do about it!
Whatever story you’re telling yourself, just think. Are you the only one that’s gone through what you’re going through? Have you seen or heard of other people be successful dealing with what you are?
This is great news, because we know we’re not the only ones going through it, and others have found a way to get positive results, which means you can too!
If you’re struggling with anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out to any one of the coaches here. That’s what we’re here for!
