Limiting Beliefs
Breaking Free from Limiting Beliefs
When we take a moment to reflect, it’s clear that we’re not born with limiting beliefs. In fact, when we’re first born, we are, in essence, “Born Rich.” We enter the world as clean slates, ready to learn about our bodies and the world around us.
Picture a newborn baby discovering its hands. They stare at their tiny fingers, then curiously put them in their mouths, perhaps even biting them and crying from the discomfort. It doesn’t take long for them to learn, through these small moments of pain, not to repeat the behaviour. The same happens with their feet – a similar discovery, followed by a little cry, and then a lesson learned.
It’s a beautiful process, isn’t it? But here’s the thing: we continue to learn throughout our lives in the same way—by observing others, especially our parents. Ever heard a parent say, “Watch what you say around Johnny; he’ll repeat it!”? That’s how we learn: by imitating those around us, from our family to school, church, and the societal rules of the day.
As we grow, we’re shaped by these influences—our behaviour, our values, and yes, our beliefs. And here’s the truth: as much as parents want to give their children the best, they can only pass on what they know. This became an eye-opener for me. I realized that even though my mother loved us deeply, she, too, passed on some of her own limiting beliefs, such as:
Money doesn’t grow on trees.
Who do you think you are?
Speak when spoken to.
You’ll never be able to do that.
Don’t get too big for your boots.
Does any of this sound familiar? Now, don’t get me wrong—my mother was an amazing woman who stood by us, ensured we were cared for, and gave us a solid education. She did the best she could with the tools she had.
I often wish I could sit down and have a heart-to-heart with her, reflecting on this revelation. But here’s what I’ve learned that changed everything: “Your mind will accept whatever you tell it, whether it’s a lie or the truth.”
This was a tough pill for me to swallow at first, but it was a powerful realization. As I dove deeper into personal development, I started to see how these limiting beliefs no longer served me. It took years to fully grasp the difference, but I finally learned to recognize those beliefs and make conscious changes.
And guess what? You can do it too. You have the power to change the beliefs that don’t serve you, to rewrite your story and start behaving in a way that aligns with your true potential.
Keep growing, keep shining.
Until next time,
Coach Judy
