# Executive BREAKTHROUGH

> Achieve greater success in career or business


## Posts

- [If you walk proud and tall](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-you-walk-proud-and-tall/): If you walk proud and tall
- [A problem well-defined](https://executivebreakthrough.com/a-problem-well-defined/): Something that is easy to forget but important to remember. Take care to define your problem before attempting to solve it. Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [How are your inner struggles being reflected](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-are-your-inner-struggles-being-reflected/): Really think about this for a moment and resolve to do something about it. Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Some things to consider as you go about your day...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-things-to-consider-as-you-go-about-your-day/)
- [Is your motivation making your stress, anxiety or overwhelm worse?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-your-motivation-making-your-stress-anxiety-or-overwhelm-worse/)
- [When you are at the end of your rope](https://executivebreakthrough.com/when-you-are-at-the-end-of-your-rope/): Even in unpleasant times, it can help it, can help if you can maintain a sense of humor… Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Thanks for checking out my content](https://executivebreakthrough.com/thanks-for-checking-out-my-content/)
- [My childhood camera & beliefs](https://executivebreakthrough.com/my-childhood-camera-beliefs/)
- [What us NOT optional for you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-us-not-optional-for-you/): Seeing this sign during my beach walk yesterday got me thinking about what is NOT optional in my life.
- [Do your unwanted feelings make life harder for you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/do-your-unwanted-feelings-make-life-harder-for-you/)
- [How to deal with unwanted feelings](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-deal-with-unwanted-feelings/)
- [Could this help you get better sleep?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/could-this-help-you-get-better-sleep/)
- [How to deal with painful feelings](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-deal-with-painful-feelings/)
- [Is your self-talk making your INNER STRUGGLE worse?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-your-self-talk-making-your-inner-struggle-worse/)
- [What difference could it make to your life if you let go of your inner struggles?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-difference-could-it-make-to-your-life-if-you-let-go-of-your-inner-struggles/)
- [What happens in a 'Rapid Conversational Therapeutic Coaching' session?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-happens-in-a-rapid-conversational-therapeutic-coaching-session/)
- [Some symptoms of INNER STRUGGLES that could be holding you back and what you can do about them](https://executivebreakthrough.com/symptoms-of-inner-struggles/)
- [Are unwanted thoughts keeping you awake at night?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-unwanted-thoughts-keeping-you-awake-at-night/)
- [5 Signs You Have a Victim Mentality](https://executivebreakthrough.com/5-signs-you-have-a-victim-mentality/): Do you often feel helpless or like the world is out to get you? Do people often mention that they think you are cynical or a pessimist? Then it’s most certainly possible that you have something referred to as a victim mentality. A victim mentality is a learned mental state in which you blame others for your problems and absolve yourself of all responsibility for anything which occurs in your life. Think this sounds like you? Below are the most common signs you (or someone close to you) may suffer from a victim mentality according to Robert Leahy the director of […]
- [Are you making your INNER STRUGGLES worse by acting as a victim in your life](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-making-your-inner-struggles-worse-by-acting-as-a-victim-in-your-life/)
- [Do your unwanted feelings make life harder for you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-acting-as-a-victim-in-your-life/)
- [Feeling GOOD when things go bad](https://executivebreakthrough.com/climb-one-mountain-at-a-time-2/)
- ['Beliefs' -  what are they and why are they important?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/so-what-are-beliefs-and-why-are-they-important/)
- [Are your INNER STRUGGLES are holding you back?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-your-inner-struggles-are-holding-you-back/): Are you finding that your INNER STRUGGLES are holding you back, making life difficult for you, reducing your likelihood of success. INNER STRUGGLES with things such as:negative self-talk, lack of confidence, poor self-esteem, feeling not good enough, stress, anxiety, overwhelm, fear, procrastination, resistance to change, lacking a sense of direction, resignation, feeling stuck, loneliness, emptiness, failure, sadness, jealousy, anger, resentment, disgust, contempt, guilt, difficulties with your performance in your work, career, business or sport etc. If that’s the case, and you would like things to change, then maybe we should have a chat. Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson […]
- [Climb one mountain at a time...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/climb-one-mountain-at-a-time/)
- [What is your preferred style of thinking?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-your-preferred-style-of-thinking-2/): Are You an Intuitive or Analytical Thinker? People look at things in various ways and respond to situations differently too. Your way of thinking affects your attitude and decisions in life. How you perceive an event is usually more a factor than the event itself. Do you use your intuition or do you tend to engage in a deeper thinking process before you make a decision? You won’t really fall into only one category. Everyone is capable of thinking intuitively or analytically depending on situations. It’s just that you may come as naturally more intuitive or more analytical most of the […]
- [I realized there was a possibility I could die](https://executivebreakthrough.com/i-realized-there-was-a-possibility-i-could-die/)
- [How our thinking can affect our experience - Part 3](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-our-thinking-can-affect-our-experience-part-3/)
- [Cognitive & Confirmation Biases - How our thinking can affect our experience - Part 2](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-our-thinking-can-affect-our-experience-part-2/)
- [Reframing - How our thinking can affect our experience - Part 1](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-our-thinking-can-affect-our-experience-part-1/)
- [Are you nurturing your own wellbeing](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-nurturing-your-own-wellbeing/)
- [What are you saying to yourself?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-are-you-saying-to-yourself/)
- [How to give constructive criticism that works](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-give-constructive-criticism-that-works/)
- [The Law of Dominant Effect](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-law-of-dominant-effect/)
- [How to Live a Fulfilling life](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-live-a-fulfilling-life/)
- [Overcoming Your Coronavirus Fears](https://executivebreakthrough.com/overcoming-your-coronavirus-fears/)
- [Feel the Fear & Do It Anyway](https://executivebreakthrough.com/feel-the-fear-do-it-anyway/)
- [Where does contribution fall in your list of values?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/where-does-contribution-fall-in-your-list-of-values/): “We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give.” ~ Winston Churchill I have written about Values in my book: “Overcoming Financial Stress: How to Conquer Your Financial Fears & Create a Better Future”   Image by Jackson David from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Some wise thoughts on our old friends, SUCCESS and FAILURE](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-wise-thoughts-on-our-old-friends-success-and-failure/): “Success is not final and failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts.” – Winston Churchill Winston Churchill was someone who personally experienced the depths of failure and the heights of success during his lifetime. I have written about success in my book:  “Overcoming Financial Stress: How to Conquer Your Financial Fears & Create a Better Future” Image by Sasin Tipchai from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Our values……](https://executivebreakthrough.com/our-values/): “Many people know what they want to have – few what they want to be.”Remember – it is our values that keep us in the present. Living by our values helps us feel WHOLE. You can learn more about Values from my book: “Overcoming Financial Stress: How to Conquer Your Fears & Create a Better Future“ Image by congerdesign from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Be-Do-Have rather than Have-Do-Be](https://executivebreakthrough.com/be-do-have-rather-than-have-do-be/): SUCCESS is not the key to happiness. HAPPINESS is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful. Living by this simple but important principle will lead to far greater fulfillment in ALL areas of life. I have written more about this topic in my book: “Overcoming Financial Stress: How to Conquer Your Financial Fears & Create a Better Future” Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Thought is the paintbrush and colour with which we create our world](https://executivebreakthrough.com/thought-is-the-paintbrush-and-colour-with-which-we-create-our-world/): We have an opportunity to paint our world with dark and sombre colours, creating a bleak and dreary existence, or we can use bright, happy, strong and vibrant colours and themes that uplift us and enrich our lives. We make this choice every waking moment of every hour of every day. With thanks to Sydney Banks Image by PublicDomainPictures from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [While problems exist in one emotional state, solutions exist in another.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/while-problems-exist-in-one-emotional-state-solutions-exist-in-another/): Where once we could only see problems, simply by changing state, we can often be amazed how, like droplets of dew melting on a sunny day, they vanish as we are presented with solutions. Image by Jörg Möller from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [A simple trick to help with stress](https://executivebreakthrough.com/a-simple-trick-to-help-with-stress/): Today I’ve been thinking about how easy it is to withdraw or “contract” when you’re dealing with the stress of financial or other problems. What do I mean by “contract”? Well, if you’re facing serious financial challenges, for example, you will naturally be attempting to reduce your spending in every direction possible. You might also be feeling rather stressed and withdrawn as you mull over your issues. For these reasons, you might find yourself reducing your social activities, your interactions with friends and the time spent on other enjoyable pastimes. You might find it difficult to dine out with friends, for […]
- [Feel free to play a different Christmas game](https://executivebreakthrough.com/feel-free-to-play-a-different-christmas-game/): With Christmas almost nigh, undoubtedly some people, especially those who are feeling a bit stretched financially, may be worrying that they can’t afford costly Christmas presents for their loved ones. It might be worthwhile remembering that, despite the many commercial pressures suggesting the contrary, you can choose to play a different game: you can choose to show these special people just how much you care by giving a particularly thoughtful gift, possibly something that you have made yourself, rather than an expensive one. After all, the old saying that “it’s the thought that counts” is still true, even in this 21st century. […]
- [“We’ll see…..”](https://executivebreakthrough.com/well-see/): A recent comment on one of my posts reminded me of a story that I heard some time back. It goes like this: Hundreds of years ago a farmer had a really fine horse that was admired by all the local villagers. One day, the horse escaped and ran away. All the villagers consoled the farmer about his loss, but he simply said “We’ll see……”. After a few days, the farmer’s horse returned, bringing with it two other wild horses. All the people in the village were delighted at the farmer’s good fortune and told him how lucky he was, but […]
- [Success](https://executivebreakthrough.com/success/): “Success means having the courage, the determination, and the will to become the person you believe you were meant to be” Dr George Sheehan (American physician, author and running enthusiast, 1918 – 1993) Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [Would a sudden increase in your wealth increase your long-term happiness?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/would-a-sudden-increase-in-your-wealth-increase-your-long-term-happiness/): “Happiness consists more in small conveniences or pleasures that occur every day, than in any great pieces of fortune that happen but seldom.”Benjamin Franklin   Human beings are amazingly adaptable. We only need to consider how mankind has satisfactorily inhabited the extremities on the surface of the Earth , from the cold and dampness of the subzero temperatures of the Arctic Circle to the arid dryness of deserts in lands close to the equator.  And as individuals we are able to adapt, whether it be when facing personal tragedy and hardship or when Fortune smiles upon us. Researchers in the US […]
- [“The greatest discovery of my generation is that a human being can alter his life by altering his attitudes of mind.”](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-greatest-discovery-of-my-generation-is-that-a-human-being-can-alter-his-life-by-altering-his-attitudes-of-mind/): William James (1842 – 1910) pioneering American psychologist and philosopher. This quote is as relevant today as when it was first uttered, more than 100 years ago. Image by Alexas_Fotos from Pixabay Book a FREE Strategy Call with Leigh D Wilson Click Here
- [What type of motivation are you using?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-type-of-motivation-are-you-using/): It is spring at last, here in Melbourne, Australia. The countryside is lush green after the torrential rains that we have had this winter, ending a lengthy drought. The air is filled with the beautiful fragrance of wattle as it blossoms bright and golden, so that the bush truly reflects the green and gold of our national colours. The lawn is often dotted with the brilliant red, blue, green and yellow colours of rosellas and parakeets and the air filled with the laughter of kookaburras. It is also the time of the year when the AFL (Australian Football League) football – […]
- [Each of us is as unique as our fingerprints.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/each-of-us-is-as-unique-as-our-fingerprints/): It has been said that each of us is walking a path that is as narrow as a razor’s edge in its uniqueness. Think about it. Each of us is as unique as our fingerprints. Each of us has a unique set of skills and talents and a unique perspective of our own world, created in part by the unique set of life experiences that have brought us to the present moment. So, each of us has a unique contribution to make using our own unique and special skills, talents and perspectives. I understand that without honeybees, human civilisation would not […]
- [What is NLP?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-nlp-2/): Neurolinguistic programming, or NLP, is a highly refined suite of tools and techniques, encompassed in a set of beliefs or presuppositions, that work on both the conscious and the unconscious levels of thought so as to help people live more successfully. It provides a fast and reliable way of gaining greater control over your mind and, therefore, your results. To understand the various aspects of NLP and how they fit together, it is helpful to briefly learn how it began. In the early 1970s, Richard Bandler, a masters level student of information sciences and mathematics gained the support of Dr John […]
- [Types of Problems Mindset Coaching Can Address](https://executivebreakthrough.com/types-of-problems-that-mindset-coaching-can-address/): So, why do people decide to work with a mindset coach? What sort of problems might they be hoping to address? People come to mindset coaching for one of three reasons: because they are experiencing INNER STRUGGLES due to things such as anxiety, stress, overwhelm, addiction, procrastination etc. because they want to do better in their career, work or business, or, because they are dissatisfied in some way with an aspect of their working life Sometimes people come to see me for several reasons. Sometimes they come, unsure of the exact reasons, but simply because they are aware that something is […]
- [Author Kerrie Phipps' Testimonial for "Surviving Financial Meltdown"](https://executivebreakthrough.com/author-kerrie-phipps-testimonial-for-surviving-financial-meltdown/)
- [Dr Joanna Martin interviews Leigh D Wilson author of "Surviving Financial Meltdown"](https://executivebreakthrough.com/dr-joanna-martin-interviews-leigh-d-wilson-author-of-surviving-financial-meltdown/)
- [It's not what happens to you, but how you react to it that matters](https://executivebreakthrough.com/its-not-what-happens-to-you-but-how-you-react-to-it-that-matters/): If you have read my posts or watched my videos over any length of time, you’ll see that I often talk about the way in which most of us are held back in some way by limiting beliefs that were taken on-board in our early childhood.
- [The hidden costs of self-doubt and feeling like a fraud](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-hidden-costs-of-self-doubt-and-feeling-like-a-fraud/): Remember that nagging feeling you get, like you're just playing a part and soon everyone will see through your act? Or that stubborn thought that you're just not as good as people think you are? These 'fraud' feelings and self-doubts can really put a damper on your life, affecting everything from your mood to your work.
- [70% of people experience impostor feelings at some point in their lives](https://executivebreakthrough.com/70-of-people-experience-impostor-feelings-at-some-point-in-their-lives/): Astonishingly, it's estimated that around 70% of people will experience these impostor feelings at some point in their lives. it's a feeling that pervades, often quietly undermining self-esteem and confidence and can affect both men and women, from various walks of life.
- [Just got a promotion, but I can't shake the feeling that I don't really deserve it](https://executivebreakthrough.com/just-got-a-promotion-but-i-cant-shake-the-feeling-that-i-dont-really-deserve-it/): This social media comment highlights a common yet often overlooked issue in the professional world: Impostor Syndrome. It's that nagging voice in your head, the one that says you're not good enough, that you don't belong, that your achievements are merely the result of luck or being in the right place at the right time.
- [Why do I feel like an imposter?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-i-feel-like-an-imposter/): Have you ever found yourself wrestling with a nagging feeling of self-doubt, as if you're an imposter in your own profession? If so, you're in good company. This unsettling sensation is known as 'Imposter Syndrome,' and it’s a fairly common problem faced by many successful professionals in a variety of fields of expertise.
- ['I always feel like I'm one mistake away from being exposed as a fraud'](https://executivebreakthrough.com/i-always-feel-like-im-one-mistake-away-from-being-exposed-as-a-fraud/): This vulnerable confession on social media resonates with many people grappling with Impostor Syndrome, a psychological pattern where one doubts their accomplishments and fears being exposed as a 'fraud.'
- [Why some people are troubled by SELF-DOUBT and others are not](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-some-people-are-troubled-by-self-doubt-and-others-are-not/): Self-doubt can be a powerful force that holds us back from achieving our goals and living the life we want. It can make us feel insecure, anxious, and uncertain about our abilities.
- [The One Thing People Who Are Troubled by Self-Doubt Don't Know](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-one-thing-people-who-are-troubled-by-self-doubt-dont-know/): Self-doubt can be a powerful force that holds us back from achieving our goals and living the life we want. It can make us feel insecure, anxious, and uncertain about our abilities.
- [Success is not the key to happiness](https://executivebreakthrough.com/success-is-not-the-key-to-happiness/): Albert Schweitzer, a renowned philosopher, once shared a thought-provoking insight: "Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful."
- [What’s so hard about work-life balance & what to do about it?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/whats-so-hard-about-work-life-balance-what-to-do-about-it/): In today's fast-paced world, achieving a work-life balance can seem elusive, but it's essential for your overall well-being and long-term success. Understanding the challenges, such as high expectations, technology overload, time constraints, and prioritization difficulties, is crucial to finding the right balance.
- [The personal cost of feeling not good enough](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-personal-cost-of-feeling-not-good-enough/): Feeling not good enough is a feeling that many of us struggle with at some point in our lives. It can be a feeling that we carry with us throughout our lives, constantly comparing ourselves to others and feeling like we are not measuring up. This feeling can have a significant personal cost, both emotionally and mentally.
- [Are you burnt-out or is it stress?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-burnt-out-or-is-it-stress/): Stress and burnout are two terms that are often used interchangeably, but they are actually different experiences with distinct characteristics.
- [Anxiety's like a rocking chair](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anxietys-like-a-rocking-chair/): Anxiety is a normal emotion that can help us react quickly in risky situations. But when it lingers too long or becomes overwhelming, it can hold us back from living our best lives. It's like a rocking chair—we feel like we're doing something, but we're not really making any progress. This can be super frustrating when we're trying to grow in our careers, relationships, or personal lives.
- [What is the underlying cause of your INNER STRUGGLES?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-the-underlying-cause-of-your-inner-struggles/): Early in my previous career as a structural engineer, I'd get called out to make inspections of buildings. The owners would be distressed because the buildings were showing distress. They might have been jammed windows or jam doors, or the floors out of level, cracks in the motor, all that sort of thing.
- [It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop](https://executivebreakthrough.com/it-does-not-matter-how-slowly-you-go-as-long-as-you-do-not-stop/): At its core, this quote is about persistence and determination. It acknowledges that progress towards a goal can sometimes be slow, but the key is to keep moving forward, even if it's just a little bit at a time. The quote suggests that the most important thing is not the speed at which you move, but rather the fact that you don't give up.
- [Life wasn't meant to be easy](https://executivebreakthrough.com/life-wasnt-meant-to-be-easy/): This is a statement that many of us have heard and perhaps even repeated to ourselves when things get tough. But have you ever stopped to think about the message behind those words? Is life really supposed to be a constant struggle, or is it possible to live a life that's more enjoyable and fulfilling?
- [Your time is limited, don't waste it living someone else's life](https://executivebreakthrough.com/your-time-is-limited-dont-waste-it-living-someone-elses-life/): This is a simple yet powerful statement that serves as a reminder that time is precious, and we should spend it doing what we truly love and not what others expect us to do. It's easy to get caught up in the expectations of society, friends, and family, and forget about our own goals and dreams.
- [Feeling guilty?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/feeling-guilty/): Feeling guilty about something? Maybe it is just a niggling feeling or is it a deep gnawing feeling, eating away at you?  If it does not dissipate over time, it can cause serious problems, including health issues, lack of confidence, loss of self-worth, stress, etc., which in turn can be harmful to your career, work or business and your health, wealth and relationships.
- [5 Tips to Build Your Self-Confidence](https://executivebreakthrough.com/5-tips-to-build-your-self-confidence/): If you're looking to boost your confidence and break out of your comfort zone, here are five strategies that can help
- [Love might NOT be the answer!](https://executivebreakthrough.com/love-might-not-be-the-answer/): As a master executive mindset coach, I've had the privilege of witnessing the incredible effects a shift in mindset can have on our lives. Today, I want to share a life-changing secret with you: focusing mindfully on authentic heartfelt gratitude is one of the most powerful ways to restore balance, contentment, and fulfillment in your life.
- [Where has my willpower gone?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/where-has-my-willpower-gone/): Are you feeling burnt out, unmotivated, and struggling to make even the simplest of decisions? Well, don't worry, you're not alone. We all experience moments where our willpower just seems to disappear. But what causes this loss of willpower and what can we do about it? 
- [Reduce your stress & anxiety by simply using your breath](https://executivebreakthrough.com/reduce-your-stress-anxiety-by-simply-using-your-breath/): Have you ever have sighed when you were feeling tired and a bit flat? Have you ever gasped when you've been startled? These two opposite reactions to your emotional state - breathing out forcefully when you are in a ‘down’ state, and breathing in forcefully, filling your lungs with oxygen, in situations where you are startled or frightened - demonstrate how your breathing and your emotional state are intimately related.
- [Anxiety can be so isolating](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anxiety-can-be-so-isolating/): I saw this online post about anxiety, and I just wanted to reach out to anyone feeling that way to say that you're not alone in how you feel. Anxiety is something that affects many people, and it can be a really isolating experience. But there is hope, and there are things you can do to feel better.
- [Our deepest fear ...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/our-deepest-fear/): Now, when I first heard this quote, it really made me stop and think. Why would someone be afraid of their own power? I mean, isn't that something we should all strive for? But the more I thought about it, the more it made sense.
- [What's stopping you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/whats-stopping-you/): Is this what is stopping you from making the important changes to your life that you are so keen to make?
- [I am such a loser!](https://executivebreakthrough.com/i-am-such-a-loser/): Anxiety is a common mental health condition that affects millions of people around the world. While there is no specific diet that can cure anxiety, certain foods can make it worse. Here are some foods that you should avoid if you're suffering from anxiety:
- [A person's most important capability is the capability to learn](https://executivebreakthrough.com/a-persons-most-important-capability-is-the-capability-to-learn/): When it comes to success in life, there are many different traits and skills that can contribute to one's achievements. Some may argue that hard work, creativity, or even luck are the most important factors, but I believe that a person's most valuable asset is their ability to learn.
- [The greatest discovery of my generation is](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-greatest-discovery-of-my-generation-is/): This quote, the wise words of William James, a psychologist and philosopher who lived in the late 19th and early 20th century, has inspired countless people over the years.
- [Why engineers need to keep a close eye on their mental health](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-engineers-need-to-keep-a-close-eye-on-their-mental-health/): Engineering can be an incredibly rewarding field, but it can also be a high-stress one. Engineers are often tasked with solving complex problems under tight deadlines, and the pressure to succeed can take a toll on mental health. In fact, research shows that engineers are at higher risk for mental health issues than many other professions. 
- [Are you 'not enough'](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-not-enough/): Are you aware of a quiet little self -doubting voice in the back of your head that keeps telling you that you 'are not enough'? 
- [Using rejection as a form of punishment](https://executivebreakthrough.com/using-rejection-as-a-form-of-punishment/): Personal rejection is something that most of us have experienced at some point in our lives, and we all know that it hurts, in fact it can REALLY hurt at times, leaving us feeling pretty crappy.
- [How to start accepting yourself, fully](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-start-accepting-yourself-fully/): Are you one of those people who struggle to fully accept yourself? Do you find it hard to embrace all the good things about you along with your natural flaws and weaknesses? If so, you're not alone. Many people experience this, and it's totally normal to feel that way. But the good news is, there are ways to overcome this and learn to love yourself for who you truly are.
- [You deserve your love and affection](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-deserve-your-love-and-affection/): How many of us are willing to give our love to others but reluctant to give it to ourselves? Yet, unless we love ourselves unconditionally, we are not whole and are limited in the love that we can give others.
- [Overcoming Financial Stress: The problem that we have often isn’t the problem that we think we have](https://executivebreakthrough.com/overcoming-financial-stress-the-problem-that-we-have-often-isnt-the-problem-that-we-think-we-have/): Ongoing financial stress can take a real toll on us. It can sap our energy, our self-confidence and our emotional resilience.  I am certainly familiar with all those feelings and emotions as I had to deal with them all at one stage in my life when I was facing near bankruptcy due to defaults on payments from my most significant client at the time. I describe the lessons I learned in working my way through those challenges in my book “Overcoming Financial Stress: How to Conquer Your Financial Fears and Create a Better Future” so as to help others facing the same challenges
- [Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm](https://executivebreakthrough.com/success-is-stumbling-from-failure-to-failure-with-no-loss-of-enthusiasm/): Winston Churchill, the iconic British statesman, is widely regarded as one of the greatest leaders of the 20th century. Known for his inspiring speeches and unrelenting determination, Churchill overcame countless setbacks and failures in his life. One of his most famous quotes, "Success is stumbling from failure to failure with no loss of enthusiasm," perfectly encapsulates his attitude towards failure and perseverance.
- [How I make myself accountable to myself](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-i-make-myself-accountable-to-myself/): Do you have ways of making yourself accountable to yourself for things that are important to you?
- [Are your inner struggles making things difficult for you at work](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-your-inner-struggles-making-things-difficult-for-you-at-work/): Are you struggling at work? Do you find yourself feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or frustrated? Maybe you're not alone, and it's time to take a look at what's going on inside. That's right, we're talking about your INNER STRUGGLES.
- [Our negative parental self-talk can make life difficult for us](https://executivebreakthrough.com/our-negative-parental-self-talk-can-make-life-difficult-for-us/): Negative parental self-talk refers to the negative thoughts and beliefs that we have internalized from our parents or caregivers during our childhood. These thoughts and beliefs can be harmful and limiting, affecting our self-esteem, confidence, and overall well-being as adults. Here are some ways in which negative parental self-talk can make life difficult for us:
- [We may encounter many defeats](https://executivebreakthrough.com/we-may-encounter-many-defeats/): Maya Angelou's words are both inspiring and challenging. It's easy to get discouraged when we face defeat after defeat, but Angelou reminds us that we must not give up.
- [Worry does not empty tomorrow of its sorrow](https://executivebreakthrough.com/worry-does-not-empty-tomorrow-of-its-sorrow/): Have you ever caught yourself worrying so much about the future that you forget to enjoy the present? I know I have. Sometimes it feels like we're so preoccupied with what's to come that we forget to appreciate what we have right now.
- [Is fear of failure holding you back in life - Part 4](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-fear-of-failure-holding-you-back-in-life-part-4/): Another way to overcome fear of failure is to develop a plan for dealing with setbacks. When we fear failure, we often focus solely on the negative outcomes and don't consider how we can recover from them. But by developing a plan for dealing with setbacks, we can feel more prepared and confident when we face challenges.
- [The words we use in our self-talk](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-words-we-use-in-our-self-talk/): The old saying that 'sticks and stone might break our bones, but words will never hurt us' is NOT true! Words can be incredibly powerful - the can start wars, they can create peace, they can start relationships that last a lifetime, they can create civilisations.
- [Decide, Commit, Act](https://executivebreakthrough.com/decide-commit-act/): It’s not all that unusual to have problems achieving a goal so it can be helpful to be aware of the individual steps that are required in order that you can do so successfully.
- [Believe you can and you're halfway there](https://executivebreakthrough.com/believe-you-can-and-youre-halfway-there/): Sometimes the goals that we set for ourselves seem to be just that little bit out of our reach, especially if our backs are against the wall and our self-confidence has taken a bit of a hit lately. In fact, w because of that, we can find ourselves slipping into the habit of casually setting goals for ourselves that we really don't believe we can achieve, and then making excuses when we fail. 
- [Is fear of failure holding you back in life? - Part 3](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-fear-of-failure-holding-you-back-in-life-part-3/): To add to my earlier posts on this subject, it's important to recognize that fear of failure is often closely tied to our sense of self-worth. When we fear failure, we may worry that it will reflect poorly on us as individuals or make us feel like we're not good enough. This can create a negative feedback loop, as the more we fear failure, the more it reinforces our negative beliefs about ourselves.
- [Is fear of failure holding you back in life? - Part 2](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-fear-of-failure-holding-you-back-in-life-part-2/): One of the most common ways that fear of failure can hold people back is by preventing them from taking risks. If you're afraid of failing, you may be hesitant to try new things or step outside your comfort zone. This can limit your potential and prevent you from experiencing new opportunities and growth.
- [Is fear of failure holding you back in life?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-fear-of-failure-holding-you-back-in-life/): Do you ever find yourself feeling stuck or unable to move forward in life? Maybe you have a big dream or goal that you want to pursue, but something is holding you back. If that sounds familiar, you're not alone. Many people struggle with the fear of failure, which can prevent them from taking risks and reaching their full potential.
- [What are you feeling anxious about?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-are-you-feeling-anxious-about/): It’s easy to become so used to feeling anxious that you come to regard it as a ‘steady state’, or your normal way of being.
- [The mind is everything. What you think you become.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-mind-is-everything-what-you-think-you-become/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [If you're suffering from anxiety or depression, you need to know this](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-youre-suffering-from-anxiety-or-depression-you-need-to-know-this/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [Do you still procrastinate even though it makes you feel bad?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/do-you-still-procrastinate-even-though-it-makes-you-feel-bad/): Are you feeling overwhelmed by a task that you keep putting off? You're not alone. The cycle of procrastination is something that most people experience from time to time. Despite knowing that procrastination is harmful and makes us feel bad, we still find ourselves avoiding a task that we said we would do, for no apparent reason.  But why do we procrastinate even when it feels bad?
- [Is a lack of self-confidence making you reluctant to take on new responsibilities](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-a-lack-of-self-confidence-making-you-reluctant-to-take-on-new-responsibilities/): Having a lack of self-confidence can be a major obstacle to making the most of your life. It holds us back from taking on new challenges and can prevent us from reaching our full potential.
- [Anxiety is not an illness](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anxiety-is-not-an-illness/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [7 Ways to Use Mindfulness to Attack Worry](https://executivebreakthrough.com/7-ways-to-use-mindfulness-to-attack-worry/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [Examples of limiting beliefs that are holding people back](https://executivebreakthrough.com/examples-of-limiting-beliefs-that-are-holding-people-back/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [How our negative emotions can get the better of us](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-our-negative-emotions-can-get-the-better-of-us/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [6 tips on dealing with rejection for people in sales](https://executivebreakthrough.com/6-tips-on-dealing-with-rejection-for-people-in-sales/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [How mindfulness can help with self-confidence issues](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-mindfulness-can-help-with-self-confidence-issues/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [Some simple tips on beating self-sabotage](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-simple-tips-on-beating-self-sabotage/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [How I rebuilt my self-confidence after a huge setback](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-i-rebuilt-my-self-confidence-after-a-huge-setback/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [Workplace environments favourable to people with lower self-esteem](https://executivebreakthrough.com/workplace-environments-favourable-to-people-with-lower-self-esteem/): Having a boss who believes in you and your capabilities can make all the difference when it comes to building your confidence and self-esteem at work. Here are a few things to look for in a supportive and understanding work environment:
- [How does your body laguiage affect your self-confidence?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-does-your-body-laguiage-affect-your-self-confidence/): Our limiting beliefs can hold us back from realising our full potential in life.  Here is a list of some common ones.
- [Chronic stress is dangerous for your health](https://executivebreakthrough.com/chronic-stress-is-dangerous-for-your-health/)
- [Why self-talk is important for building self-confidence - Part 3](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-self-talk-is-important-for-building-self-confidence-part-3/): Self-talk, or the inner dialogue we have with ourselves, can have a profound impact on our self-confidence. This inner voice can be critical and negative or positive and empowering, and the way we talk to ourselves can have a significant impact on how we feel about ourselves and our abilities.
- [Workplace situations that might give your self-esteem a bit of a hit](https://executivebreakthrough.com/workplace-situations-that-might-give-your-self-esteem-a-bit-of-a-hit/): Some workplace situations can be very demanding if your self-esteem is a bit low. Here are some that you might try to avoid whenever possible.
- [Why self-talk is important for building self-confidence - Part 2](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-self-talk-is-important-for-building-self-confidence-part-2/): Self-talk, or the inner dialogue we have with ourselves, can have a profound impact on our self-confidence. This inner voice can be critical and negative or positive and empowering, and the way we talk to ourselves can have a significant impact on how we feel about ourselves and our abilities.
- [Why self-talk is important for building self-confidence - Part 1](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-self-talk-is-important-for-building-self-confidence-part-1/): Self-talk, or the inner dialogue we have with ourselves, can have a profound impact on our self-confidence. This inner voice can be critical and negative or positive and empowering, and the way we talk to ourselves can have a significant impact on how we feel about ourselves and our abilities.
- [The problems that people think they have are often not the problems they actually have](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-problems-that-people-think-they-have-are-often-not-the-problems-they-actually-have/)
- [The problems that people think they have are often not the problems they actually have](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-problems-that-people-think-they-have-are-often-not-the-problems-they-actually-have-2/)
- [Why some people struggle from Imposter Syndrome](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-some-people-struggle-from-imposter-syndrome/): Imposter syndrome is a psychological phenomenon in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and have a persistent fear of being exposed as a "fraud". Why do some people struggle with it?
- [Why some people struggle with low self-confidence](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-some-people-struggle-with-low-self-confidence/): Self-confidence is an essential quality that enables individuals to believe in their abilities, talents, and judgment. It is an essential trait that allows individuals to pursue their goals and dreams, communicate effectively, and make meaningful contributions to society.  Why do some people struggle with this?
- [The belief that ‘there's no gain without pain' is inaccurate](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-belief-that-theres-no-gain-without-pain-is-inaccurate/)
- [Unconscious mind problems require UNCONSCIOUS mind solutions](https://executivebreakthrough.com/unconscious-mind-problems-require-unconscious-mind-solutions/)
- [Making personal change can be difficult at times. Here is one reason it might be for you.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/making-personal-change-can-be-difficult-at-times-here-is-one-reason-it-might-be-for-you/)
- [Some REALLY valuable tips for happier relationships](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-really-valuable-tips-for-happier-relationships/)
- [Thank you for linking up](https://executivebreakthrough.com/thank-you-for-linking-up/)
- [Feeling stuck in life? Here are some ways to get going again](https://executivebreakthrough.com/feeling-stuck-in-life-some-ways-to-get-going-again/): There might come a time in life when you might feel that you are no longer living in the moment – you are feeling stuck. You might look at things going on around you and feel a bit hopeless, like you are on autopilot and that things just happen to you, rather than you being the one in the driver's seat of your life.  Here are some ways to get going again.
- [You are the result of 3.8 billion years of evolutionary change](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-are-the-result-of-3-8-billion-years-of-evolutionary-change/): Life Transitions can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES
- [Life Transitions can get harder...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/life-transitions-can-get-harder/): Life Transitions can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES
- [Some more work-related Life Transitions...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-more-work-related-life-transitions/): Life Transitions can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES
- [Some work-related Life Transitions...](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-work-related-life-transitions/): Life Transitions can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES
- [Life Transitions can lead to](https://executivebreakthrough.com/life-transitions-can-lead-to/): Life Transitions can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES
- [Life Transitions](https://executivebreakthrough.com/life-transitions/): Life Transitions - changes to your way of life or the course of your life - can heighten your struggles
- [Security is mostly an illusion](https://executivebreakthrough.com/security-is-mostly-an-illusion/): Security is mostly an illusion...
- [Costs of stress](https://executivebreakthrough.com/costs-of-stress/): The hidden costs  of stress to society...
- [Being on your OWN side](https://executivebreakthrough.com/being-on-your-own-side/)
- [How would](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-would/): How would a 'glass-half-full' type of person deal with the problem you are wrestling with right now?
- [No man ever](https://executivebreakthrough.com/no-man-ever/): No man ever steps in the same river twice.
- [The quality of the answers](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-quality-of-the-answers/): As we strive to find answers on how to let go of our INNER STRUGGLES, we do so by asking ourselves questions. Unfortunately, it can often be difficult for a mind that has created the problem to see outside of it and so the questions we ask may not be the right ones. This is why the one-on-one online 'Rapid Conversational Therapeutic Coaching 'that I do can help clients let go of their problems so quickly.?
- [Are the feelings inside you proportional](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-the-feelings-inside-you-proportional/): Are the feelings inside you proportional to the situation?
- [If the message is buried](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-the-message-is-buried/): If the message is buried deep in your unconscious mind, it can be beyond reach of your conscious mind
- [What you resist, persists](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-your-anxiety-persists/): Anxiety is an important & useful message
- [Anxiety is an important & useful message](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anxiety-is-an-important-useful-message/): Anxiety is an important & useful message
- [Anxiety is](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anxiety-is/): Anxiety is a physical & emotional STATE triggered by a conscious, or an unconscious, THOUGHT
- [If you are feeling anxious](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-you-are-feeling-anxious/): If you walk proud and tall
- [What type of motivation are you using](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-type-of-motivation-are-you-using-2/): If you walk proud and tall
- [How to stop being overwhelmed](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-stop-being-overwhelmed/)
- [Experience far greater inner peace & success](https://executivebreakthrough.com/experience-far-greater-inner-peace-success/)
- [If someone over-reacts excessively](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-someone-over-reacts-excessively/): If you walk proud and tall
- [A problem of the mind](https://executivebreakthrough.com/a-problem-of-the-mind/): If you walk proud and tall
- [When You Know the Answer, It Can Be Hard Not to Give It](https://executivebreakthrough.com/when-you-know-the-answer-it-can-be-hard-not-to-give-it/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [You Were Confident in Your Technical Work. So Why Do You Suddenly Doubt Yourself as a Manager?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-were-confident-in-your-technical-work-so-why-do-you-suddenly-doubt-yourself-as-a-manager/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [You Know You Need to Have the Conversation. So Why Do You Keep Putting It Off?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-know-you-need-to-have-the-conversation-so-why-do-you-keep-putting-it-off/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [Technical Problems Have Rules. People Often Don’t.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/technical-problems-have-rules-people-often-dont/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [You Were Promoted Because You Were Good at Engineering. Then the Problems Became People.](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-were-promoted-because-you-were-good-at-engineering-then-the-problems-became-people/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [What do I do with my clients?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-do-i-do-with-my-clients/): Many of us have barriers, both conscious and unconscious, holding us back in some way. Often, they are the result of limiting beliefs, decisions and emotions that we've taken on at a very young age.  Because of this, they can be unconscious, and we might not be fully aware of them, instead experiencing a niggling feeling that things simply aren't going as well as they should be. 
- [Are you ready to make the most of 2024?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-ready-to-make-the-most-of-2024/): It was SO rewarding to receive this thoughtful testimonial from one of my clients, today, the first day of the new year. 
- [We don't know what we don't know](https://executivebreakthrough.com/we-dont-know-what-we-dont-know/): Imagine you're driving along in your car, oblivious to the subtle signs of wear and tear. Initially, everything seems fine, but gradually you notice it's not running as smoothly as it should.  This can be much like the journey you're on in your professional life, especially if you're navigating the complex world of engineering or other high-demand career. 
- [My typical client’s journey to greater career and life success](https://executivebreakthrough.com/my-typical-clients-journey-to-greater-career-and-life-success/): Imagine you're driving along in your car, oblivious to the subtle signs of wear and tear. Initially, everything seems fine, but gradually you notice it's not running as smoothly as it should.  This can be much like the journey you're on in your professional life, especially if you're navigating the complex world of engineering or other high-demand career. 
- [How is your emotional intelligence?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-is-your-emotional-intelligence/): As a high-achieving professional, you understand the critical importance of skills like logical reasoning and technical know-how, especially in fields like engineering. These are the cornerstones of problem-solving and innovation.  Yet, there's another skill just as vital, yet not as visibly celebrated: emotional intelligence (EI).
- [Transitioning from a career in engineering](https://executivebreakthrough.com/transitioning-from-a-career-in-engineering/): The journey of an engineer is often perceived as a linear path: acquire a degree, land a technical role, and then climb the corporate ladder within the engineering sphere.
- [How to improve your self-awareness](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-improve-your-self-awareness/): Self-awareness is a key part of your journey, both professionally and personally. It's about knowing who you are, understanding your feelings, and recognizing how your actions affect both yourself and others.
- [Are self-aware people likely to be more successful?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-self-aware-people-likely-to-be-more-successful/): Self-awareness can indeed contribute significantly to a person’s success, especially in professions like engineering and other high-income professional roles that demand a range of persona skills. Here are a few reasons why
- [How ARE you going, REALLY?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-are-you-going-really/): This might be a good time of year to reflect on how well you have been going in your work, career or business over the past 12 months or so.
- [If you don't know where you're going, you'll end up some place else](https://executivebreakthrough.com/if-you-dont-know-where-youre-going-youll-end-up-some-place-else/): This quote, seemingly lighthearted, carries profound insights about life's journey and personal goals.
- [Which form of support would help you the most?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/which-form-of-support-would-help-you-the-most/): Navigating the world of professional and personal development can be a complex journey. As an individual seeking growth, understanding the different approaches available can greatly enhance your path to success. This article delves into the distinct realms of my Therapeutic Mindset Coaching, Conventional Coaching, and Mentoring, each offering unique benefits tailored to various needs.
- [Five signs you might need to focus on emotional healing](https://executivebreakthrough.com/five-signs-you-might-need-to-focus-on-emotional-healing/): What is emotional healing? It's the process by which you recover emotionally and mentally from a negative life experience. You can't keep tough times from appearing in your life. When you are emotionally healthy and balanced, you deal with those difficult situations that inevitably pop up, and you can move on with your life.
- [Would you take up my offer?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/would-you-take-up-my-offer/): You can think of your subconscious mind as the world's most powerful biological supercomputer, far more advanced than any man-made technology.
- [How powerful is the unconscious mind?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-powerful-is-the-unconscious-mind/): You can think of your subconscious mind as the world's most powerful biological supercomputer, far more advanced than any man-made technology.
- [Is a lack of confidence keeping you stuck?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-a-lack-of-confidence-keeping-you-stuck/): Is a lack of confidence keeping you stuck, putting a ceiling on your career?  In the early parts of our career, we are often working alone or in very small groups doing our thing and so confidence doesn't really loom as a significant matter.  But as we rise up through the ranks, we can be called upon to speak up at larger meetings, address big events, have difficult conversations with clients or customers etc. 
- [Our greatest glory is not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall](https://executivebreakthrough.com/our-greatest-glory-is-not-in-never-falling-but-in-rising-every-time-we-fall/): Life is full of ups and downs and so this quote serves as a reminder that our real strength is shown not by avoiding problems, but by picking ourselves up and moving forward when we do face tough times.
- [Is self-doubt keeping you stuck?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-self-doubt-keeping-you-stuck/): Self-doubt can feel like a quiet but impassable roadblock, often appearing when as we consider new ventures or stepping outside familiar boundaries. It’s like a voice whispering, “Maybe this isn’t for you,” or “What if you fail?” This doubt makes us feel stuck, like we’re standing at the edge of new possibilities but held back by invisible chains. It’s a frustrating weight, filled with fear and uncertainty.
- [Is chronic stress doing this to your brain - Part 3?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-chronic-stress-doing-this-to-your-brain-part-3/): Now let's wrap up this series on ‘Is chronic stress doing this to YOUR brain?’ with actionable steps to help you dealing with it. While stress can make your world seem like a grayscale painting, the good news is that there are scientifically-backed methods to bring the colour back into your life.
- [Is chronic stress doing this to your brain - Part 2?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-chronic-stress-doing-this-to-your-brain-part-2/): Chronic stress isn't just a one-off villain; it can set the stage for long-term issues like depression, a condition so debilitating it's one of the leading causes of disability around the globe. If you've been depressed once, you're also at a higher risk of falling back into it, especially when stress re-enters the picture.
- [Is chronic stress doing this to your brain - Part 1?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-chronic-stress-doing-this-to-your-brain-part-1/): Perhaps surprisingly, a small dose of stress can be beneficial; it helps you grow and become more resilient. However, when stress becomes a chronic condition—perhaps due to work-related stress, financial problems, a relationship breakdown, a family loss, or enduring harassment—it's crucial to address it immediately.
- [What should I do when I feel stuck in my work](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-should-i-do-when-i-feel-stuck-in-my-work/): When you feel stuck in your work, it's like navigating a maze with no clear path forward. The frustration, stress, and self-doubt can be paralyzing, but there are actionable steps you can take to regain your momentum and find your way to success.
- [Sleep your way to success: a neuroscientific view](https://executivebreakthrough.com/sleep-your-way-to-success-a-neuroscientific-view/): In our unrelenting pursuit of success, many of us perceive sleep as a hurdle to overcome. Yet, as we venture deeper into the realm of neuroscience, we discover that sleep is not just a necessity for our well-being; it's a strategic tool that can propel us towards our dreams.
- [Heal your self-critical mind](https://executivebreakthrough.com/heal-your-self-critical-mind/): Do you ever find yourself plagued by a nagging inner critic that never seems satisfied with what you do? Constantly pulling you back and undermining you, leaving greater success just out of reach?
- [Why not knowing is harder than knowing & what to do about it](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-not-knowing-is-harder-than-knowing-what-to-do-about-it/): What's more nerve-wracking—knowing something negative will happen or being unsure if it will? Research from University College London points to uncertainty as the stress-inducer-in-chief.
- [How to let go of unwanted thoughts](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-let-go-of-unwanted-thoughts/): Do you ever feel like a prisoner to your own thoughts? One minute you're going about your day, and the next, you're engulfed by a wave of negativity. It's as if your mind has a mind of its own, filling up with self-doubt, worry, or regret. But what if I told you that you could not only escape but actually flip the script?
- [A simple technique for instant stress relief](https://executivebreakthrough.com/a-simple-technique-for-instant-stress-relief/): We've all been there—those moments when stress or anxiety suddenly kicks in, leaving us feeling overwhelmed and uneasy. But what if I told you there's a quick and straightforward breathing technique that can help you regain control?
- [The unseen battle: understanding your ‘Inner Struggles’](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-unseen-battle-understanding-your-inner-struggles/): You're not alone if you've ever felt like you're at war with yourself. Maybe you're constantly stressed about work, grappling with self-doubt, or frozen by indecisiveness. These internal conflicts, or what we often call "inner struggles," can feel like an uphill battle that never seems to end. Let's break down what these struggles usually mean and how you can begin to manage them for a more balanced life.
- [How your breath affects your brain and emotions](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-your-breath-affects-your-brain-and-emotions/): Let’s explore a recent scientific finding that might change how you view something you do all the time—breathe. You take about 20,000 breaths a day, and it turns out, how you breathe matters more than you think. Breathing is directly connected to your brain and how you feel emotionally.
- [Overcoming Self-Doubt Cheat-Sheet](https://executivebreakthrough.com/overcoming-self-doubt-cheat-sheet/): We all know that harsh self-criticism can affect our mental health, but have you ever considered its lasting impact on your physical well-being? 
- [The lasting impact of self-criticism on your physiology](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-lasting-impact-of-self-criticism-on-your-physiology/): We all know that harsh self-criticism can affect our mental health, but have you ever considered its lasting impact on your physical well-being? 
- [Some work-related LIFE TRANSITIONS that can lead to or magnify INNER STRUGGLES](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-work-related-life-transitions-that-can-lead-to-or-magnify-inner-struggles/): It's no secret that self-doubt can hold you back in countless ways, from missed opportunities to unfulfilled dreams. But have you ever stopped to think about how self-doubt could affect your mental health, in the extreme, possibly even leading to depression? Let's look at this.
- [Can self-doubt lead to depression?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/can-self-doubt-lead-to-depression/): It's no secret that self-doubt can hold you back in countless ways, from missed opportunities to unfulfilled dreams. But have you ever stopped to think about how self-doubt could affect your mental health, in the extreme, possibly even leading to depression? Let's look at this.
- [Challenges are what make life interesting](https://executivebreakthrough.com/challenges-are-what-make-life-interesting/): If you've been trudging through life wondering why the spark seems to have dimmed, listen up. The mundane tasks might be necessary, but they aren't what give your life a sense of purpose.
- [Break Free from the Cycle of Stress, Anxiety, and Overwhelm](https://executivebreakthrough.com/break-free-from-the-cycle-of-stress-anxiety-and-overwhelm/): In the hustle and bustle of today's fast-paced world, it might surprise you to know that many highly successful people have one thing in common: the practice of mindfulness. Sure, it might seem like an "airy-fairy" concept, but the benefits are concrete and backed by scientific evidence. Here’s why successful individuals make mindfulness a cornerstone in their lives.
- [Why successful people practice mindfulness](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-successful-people-practice-mindfulness/): In the hustle and bustle of today's fast-paced world, it might surprise you to know that many highly successful people have one thing in common: the practice of mindfulness. Sure, it might seem like an "airy-fairy" concept, but the benefits are concrete and backed by scientific evidence. Here’s why successful individuals make mindfulness a cornerstone in their lives.
- [Understanding the biological factors that fuel feelings of inadequacy](https://executivebreakthrough.com/understanding-the-biological-factors-that-fuel-feelings-of-inadequacy/): You know the feeling—grappling with a problem and cycling through the same thoughts, unable to find a way out. Imagine this issue confined within a crudely drawn square or box, labelled 'Problem Space.' Here you are, pacing back and forth, unable to see beyond these four walls.
- [Is a mental ‘box’ limiting your solutions to personal problems?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-a-mental-box-limiting-your-solutions-to-personal-problems/): You know the feeling—grappling with a problem and cycling through the same thoughts, unable to find a way out. Imagine this issue confined within a crudely drawn square or box, labelled 'Problem Space.' Here you are, pacing back and forth, unable to see beyond these four walls.
- [Some less-conventional tips for better sleep](https://executivebreakthrough.com/some-less-conventional-tips-for-better-sleep/): All mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, and some fish, and, in some form, insects and even in simpler animals such as nematodes have to sleep in order to survive.
- [The seven brain chemicals that help you deal with stress and anxiety](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-seven-brain-chemicals-that-help-you-deal-with-stress-and-anxiety/): Are you feeling overwhelmed, anxious, or just plain stressed out? You're not alone. But what if I told you that understanding a bit about the chemicals swirling around in your brain could help you take control? Let's break it down.
- [The Power of Small Wins and Mindset Shifts for Stress Management](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-power-of-small-wins-and-mindset-shifts-for-stress-management/): Feeling stressed and overwhelmed? You're not alone. But what if you could harness that stress to work for you, rather than against you? Here's how.
- [How bad are your INNER STRUGGLES right now?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-bad-are-your-inner-struggles-right-now/): From time to time many outwardly successful people find themselves dealing with personal inner struggles that are taking some of the joy out of life and limiting their chances of even greater success.
- [Surprise: the spark of life's unpredictable journey](https://executivebreakthrough.com/surprise-the-spark-of-lifes-unpredictable-journey/): This is the sixth and last emotion that we are exploring in our series on the 6 basic emotions – emotions that psychologists have found to be common amongst all peoples and races studied.  The other five motions are happiness, sadness, anger, fear and disgust. 
- [What does feeling stuck do to my body?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-does-feeling-stuck-do-to-my-body/): Feeling stuck? You're not alone. This sensation, an unconscious message that something needs your attention, isn't merely an inconvenience; it can have real, tangible effects on your body.
- [Disgust: More Than A Reaction](https://executivebreakthrough.com/disgust-more-than-a-reaction/): This is the fifth in our series of articles on the six basic human emotions that have been identified by psychologists. The first four basic emotions we’ve covered are happiness, sadness, fear and anger. Even the word ‘disgust’ sounds disgusting to me! 😊
- [How to feel less stressed, IMMEDIATELY!](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-feel-less-stressed-immediately/): Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or anxious? A simple yet highly effective solution may be right under your nose, literally. The physiological sigh, a natural mechanism our bodies use to combat stress, can be a quick and easy way to help you regain control of your emotions.
- [Anger: Fuel for Change](https://executivebreakthrough.com/anger-fuel-for-change/): We’ve so far talked about three of the six basic human emotions, happiness, sadness and fear, so today we are going to talk about an emotion that has a very bad rap – anger.
- [What does it mean to ‘feel stuck’?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-does-it-mean-to-feel-stuck/): Fear is an intrinsic part of the human experience, a primal emotion rooted in our survival. It whispers to us in the shadows of uncertainty and looms large in the face of danger. Fear's spectrum is broad and varied, encompassing everything from mild apprehension to intense terror, each shade serving as an essential alarm system warning of potential dangers.
- [Fear - a guide to growth and self-Improvement](https://executivebreakthrough.com/fear-a-guide-to-growth-and-self-improvement/): Fear is an intrinsic part of the human experience, a primal emotion rooted in our survival. It whispers to us in the shadows of uncertainty and looms large in the face of danger. Fear's spectrum is broad and varied, encompassing everything from mild apprehension to intense terror, each shade serving as an essential alarm system warning of potential dangers.
- [Feeling stuck in your professional career](https://executivebreakthrough.com/feeling-stuck-in-your-professional-career/): You find yourself in a familiar routine, arriving at the office, facing the same tasks, mingling with the same colleagues. The monotony weighs heavily on you, and a feeling of being stuck looms large. What was once a promising career now feels like a trap, and you can't seem to shake the nagging sense that something is holding you back
- [Sadness: embracing the depths of emotion](https://executivebreakthrough.com/sadness-embracing-the-depths-of-emotion/): This is the second in a series of articles on the six basic emotions that we all experience from time to time.  Sadness, often seen as an emotion to avoid, plays a vital and complex role in our emotional landscape. Characterized by feelings of loss, disappointment, or hopelessness, it may appear overwhelming at first glance, but it can lead to profound growth and understanding. It's more than a temporary state of mind; it's an opportunity for self-reflection and development. 
- [Happiness: savouring the small moments](https://executivebreakthrough.com/happiness-savouring-the-small-moments/): This is the first in a series of articles on the six basic emotions that we all experience from time to time.  Happiness, one of the most sought-after emotions, is a rich and complex experience that extends beyond mere pleasure. It encompasses joy, contentment, and satisfaction, reflecting a state of well-being that many strive to attain. 
- [Why thinking makes you tired](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-thinking-makes-you-tired/): Ever felt worn out after a day of intense thinking? It turns out there's a scientific explanation for this sensation, and it's not merely a figment of your imagination. Researchers in Paris have delved into why hard mental labour leaves us feeling drained.
- [Chronic stress, anxiety, overwork, ego depletion and burnout](https://executivebreakthrough.com/chronic-stress-anxiety-overwork-ego-depletion-and-burnout/): Are you feeling constantly stressed, anxious, and overwhelmed by work? This isn't merely a phase; it could be a sign of a deeper psychological phenomenon known as ego depletion. Understanding this concept could be the key to unlocking why you might be on the path to burnout.
- [The six basic human emotions](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-six-basic-human-emotions/): Beliefs are powerful forces in our lives, guiding us in everything from daily decisions to lifelong pursuits. Beliefs can start wars or can lead to someone sacrificing his or her life for another.
- [What is a belief and why are they important?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-a-belief-and-why-are-they-important/): Beliefs are powerful forces in our lives, guiding us in everything from daily decisions to lifelong pursuits. Beliefs can start wars or can lead to someone sacrificing his or her life for another.
- [What are personal breakthroughs, and why can they be so difficult?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-are-personal-breakthroughs-and-why-can-they-be-so-difficult/): Do you ever feel like you're on the brink of something big, but something is holding you back? You might be experiencing the challenge of personal breakthroughs.
- [5 Psychological biases that can hinder your personal change](https://executivebreakthrough.com/5-psychological-biases-that-can-hinder-your-personal-change/): When we try to change, our brain sometimes throws a wrench in the works. Without realizing it, we fall victim to psychological biases that can stifle our personal growth. Here's a quick overview of five biases that may be keeping you stuck. You might recall that I have written and spoken at greater length about the first two in past posts and videos:
- [How negative predictions affect your emotional state](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-negative-predictions-affect-your-emotional-state/): Negative predictions, or expecting something undesirable to happen, can have a significant impact on our emotional state, which can influence our outcomes. These predictions can range from small, everyday worries to larger fears about the future. When we make negative predictions, it can cause us to feel anxious, stressed, and fearful.
- [How to increase your sense of well-being](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-to-increase-your-sense-of-well-being/): Stress and anxiety are part of life. Stress is your body's way of responding to immediate pressures, and anxiety is the concern you feel about future uncertainties. While these can be useful in small doses, they can become harmful when they persist.
- [Why do I tense my jaw and grit my teeth when I am stressed and anxious?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-i-tense-my-jaw-and-grit-my-teeth-when-i-am-stressed-and-anxious/): There are a number of possible reasons for tensing your jaw and gritting your teeth when you are stressed and anxious. They include the following:
- [Why your brain needs more downtime](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-your-brain-needs-more-downtime/): We all know that our bodies need rest, but did you know that your brain also craves downtime? That's right! Taking a break and allowing your mind to relax can have tremendous benefits. Here's why.
- [Are your unconscious beliefs making life harder for you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-your-unconscious-beliefs-making-life-harder-for-you/): Are you feeling stuck in life, as if unseen forces are holding you back? It might not be as mystical as it seems. Those hidden forces could be your own unconscious beliefs, subtly directing your behaviour without your awareness.
- [Why success is not the key to happiness](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-success-is-not-the-key-to-happiness/): Extensive research into the study of happiness has brought forward intriguing insights over recent years. The findings are quite astonishing - the true essence of happiness doesn't lie in big, life-changing events, but in small, regular moments of joy.
- [Your Chronic Stress Might be Heading You Toward BURNOUT](https://executivebreakthrough.com/your-chronic-stress-might-be-heading-you-toward-burnout/): Stress and anxiety are part of life. Stress is your body's way of responding to immediate pressures, and anxiety is the concern you feel about future uncertainties. While these can be useful in small doses, they can become harmful when they persist.
- [So, what is the unconscious mind, anyway?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/so-what-is-the-unconscious-mind-anyway/): Imagine your mind as an iceberg, with the majority hidden beneath the surface of your conscious awareness. This submerged portion is your unconscious mind, a storehouse for feelings, thoughts, urges, and memories outside your conscious grasp.
- [Are you using the right type of motivation?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-using-the-right-type-of-motivation/): Right type of motivation? Maybe you hadn’t thought about it before but there are basically two types of motivation that you choose between when you are trying to achieve a goal: 'toward motivation' and 'away-from motivation'. These underpin your actions, guide your decisions, and sculpt your aspirations, each in unique ways.
- [Why don't zebras get ulcers?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-dont-zebras-get-ulcers/): Professor Robert Sapolsky posed this intriguing question to challenge our understanding of stress and its impact on health. This quote comes from his renowned book that explores the world of biological stress responses and their implications on our lives.
- [It's not stress that kills us, it is our reaction to it](https://executivebreakthrough.com/its-not-stress-that-kills-us-it-is-our-reaction-to-it/): This statement by Hans Selye, a renowned researcher in the field of stress, flips our typical perception of stress on its head and suggests that our responses, rather than the stressors themselves, are what can harm us.
- [What’s it like to have a personal breakthrough as a result of one of my sessions?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/whats-it-like-to-have-a-personal-breakthrough-as-a-result-of-one-of-my-sessions/): From time to time, I am asked what it is like for a client who has a breakthrough as a result of one or more of my ‘Rapid Breakthrough Therapeutic Coaching’ sessions.
- [Does mindfulness help with stress and anxiety?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/does-mindfulness-help-with-stress-and-anxiety/): This is a question that I get asked from time to time and I would certainly agree that mindfulness can help with stress and anxiety. In fact, I believe mindfulness is a wonderful practice for everyone to introduce into their life for a range of reasons.
- [The greatest weapon against stress is our ability to choose one thought over another](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-greatest-weapon-against-stress-is-our-ability-to-choose-one-thought-over-another/): So, what does this quote mean?  Well, it means that we can fight stress simply by deciding what to think about. Yeah, it's as simple (and as tough) as that!
- [Breaking the financial stress ‘Negative Thought Spiral’](https://executivebreakthrough.com/breaking-the-financial-stress-negative-thought-spiral/): One of the most debilitating forms of inner struggle can be the stress associated with financial worries. And, as interest rates have increased rapidly in recent times, more and more people are suffering from this.
- [What is your stress and anxiety costing you?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-your-stress-and-anxiety-costing-you/): You may be aware that stress and anxiety can take a toll on your wellbeing, but have you considered the potentially unseen costs of these conditions? Beyond immediate mental and physical discomfort, stress and anxiety can affect various aspects of your life, including your health, productivity, relationships, and even your finances.
- [What’s the difference between feeling stressed and feeling anxious?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/whats-the-difference-between-feeling-stressed-and-feeling-anxious/): While stress and anxiety are related and often experienced together, they are distinct emotional and physiological responses. Understanding their differences can help you manage and address these feelings more effectively.
- [Is my diet making my anxiety worse?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-my-diet-making-my-anxiety-worse/): Anxiety, a widespread mental health issue, impacts countless individuals globally. While no specific dietary plan promises a direct cure for anxiety, certain foods can exacerbate it. If you're battling with anxiety, here are some foods to sidestep:
- [Why Do My Financial Worries Hurt So Much?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-my-financial-worries-hurt-so-much/): Have you ever wondered why stressing over money feels so painful? Well, you're not alone. It turns out there's a pretty good explanation for why it feels this way, and it's got a lot to do with how we're wired as humans.
- [How Financial Stress Can Impact Our Mental Well-Being](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-financial-stress-can-impact-our-mental-well-being/): Following the recent increases in interest rates, financial stress has become an unfortunately common experience, having a ripple effect on many aspects of life. This burden of this type of stress goes beyond worrying about depleting bank accounts as it seeps into mental health, impacting our overall sense of well-being.
- [Why do I constantly feel like I'm not good enough?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-i-constantly-feel-like-im-not-good-enough/): Have you ever found yourself continually wrestling with the feeling that you're simply not good enough? You're not alone. This common belief, often rooted in self-doubt, is something many of us grapple with, and it can significantly hinder our personal growth and fulfillment.
- [What is your belief that you are not enough costing you financially?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-is-your-belief-that-you-are-not-enough-costing-you-financially/): Have you ever heard a persistent, negative voice within whispering, "You're not enough"? This self-doubt, subtle yet influential, can undermine your decisions, dictating the choices you make and the opportunities you seize or let pass. More importantly, it could be causing significant financial repercussions.
- [Is it a panic attack or an anxiety attack?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/is-it-a-panic-attack-or-an-anxiety-attack/): Although anxiety attacks and panic attacks are terms often used interchangeably in common conversation, they are actually different things. Understanding their differences can help those dealing with these sorts of issues to navigate their mental wellness with greater confidence and equip them better to seek the right kind of professional assistance.
- [Are you suffering from high-functioning anxiety?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-suffering-from-high-functioning-anxiety/): High-functioning anxiety is an intriguing but often hidden phenomenon. Even though not officially labelled in psychology, it's a commonly used term that refers to people who deal with anxiety yet continue to perform well in their lives. They excel in their careers, relationships, and personal goals, but under this surface of accomplishment, there's a constant worry that can't be ignored.
- [Are you troubled by self-doubt etc?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/are-you-troubled-by-self-doubt-etc/): As you progress in your career, you will undoubtedly find that you are confronted with different and bigger challenges- greater responsibilities, tight deadlines, and high expectations.
- [Why early childhood can be a critical period in our emotional development](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-early-childhood-can-be-a-critical-period-in-our-emotional-development/): Understanding why we often find ourselves trapped in challenging circumstances and relationships it is helpful to consider our early brain development.  In the first few years of our existence, we undergo what is referred to as the "sensitive phase" of brain growth, during what is called the ‘Imprint Period’, when everything we are told by our caregivers is assumed to be unquestionably true 
- [You are not a drop in the ocean. You are the entire ocean in a drop](https://executivebreakthrough.com/you-are-not-a-drop-in-the-ocean-you-are-the-entire-ocean-in-a-drop/): This thought-provoking quote skilfully asks us to rethink our place in the world and our connection to everything else in it.  Maybe you sometimes feel like a tiny dot in a ginormous, bustling world – a mere drop in a limitless ocean. But, through these wise words, Rumi is gentle suggesting that each one of us carries the enormity, the complexity, and the beauty of the ocean within ourselves.
- [How self-doubt and impostor syndrome can affect your daily life](https://executivebreakthrough.com/how-self-doubt-and-impostor-syndrome-can-affect-your-daily-life/): Ever wonder how self-doubt and impostor syndrome might be shaping your day-to-day experiences? Many of us struggle with these feelings without realizing the far-reaching impacts they can have. Here's a snapshot of how they could play out in daily life.
- [Why successful people sometimes suffer from self-doubt - Part 2](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-successful-people-sometimes-suffer-from-self-doubt-part-2/): Career progression is often seen as a linear path to increased confidence and authority. However, as one climbs the corporate ladder, it can paradoxically lead to an increase in self-doubt. This phenomenon, while seemingly counterintuitive, can be understood by examining the changing dynamics and responsibilities that come with career advancement.
- [Why do successful people sometimes suffer from self-doubt?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-successful-people-sometimes-suffer-from-self-doubt/): What is the basis of this apparent paradox? Firstly, it's important to understand that self-doubt doesn't discriminate based on achievements or status: it can affect successful people as much as it can affect those who are struggling.
- ['What-if' thinking versus 'what-is' thinking](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-if-thinking-versus-what-is-thinking/): "What-if" thinking is a common response to trauma, creating imagined scenarios to anticipate danger. While it's a natural protective instinct, it can evolve into hyper-alertness, posing potential problems.
- [Perfectionism is you trying to get the world to believe something about yourself that you don't really believe](https://executivebreakthrough.com/perfectionism-is-you-trying-to-get-the-world-to-believe-something-about-yourself-that-you-dont-really-believe/): This quote suggests that we often aim for perfection, not for ourselves, but to project an image to others, an image that usually doesn't align with what we believe about ourselves.
- [What you resist, persists](https://executivebreakthrough.com/what-you-resist-persists/): This phrase is spot-on when talking about those troublesome negative emotions we all experience from time-to-time. You know, the ones like self-doubt, fear, anger, sadness, or anxiety that you'd rather ignore than deal with. But here's the thing - the more you try to avoid them, the louder they yell.
- [Why Do Actions Speak Louder Than Words?](https://executivebreakthrough.com/why-do-actions-speak-louder-than-words/): This common saying is more than a catchy saying; it's actually based on how our brains work. In this post I’ll explain why.
- [Stop letting who you were talk you out of who you are becoming](https://executivebreakthrough.com/stop-letting-who-you-were-talk-you-out-of-who-you-are-becoming/): This helpful quote is a reminder to break free from our past selves and fully embrace the incredible person we're evolving into.
- [The Hidden Impact of Self-Doubt on Your Career Progression](https://executivebreakthrough.com/the-hidden-impact-of-self-doubt-on-your-career-progression/): Self-doubt can be a hidden roadblock in your career path. It's often a quiet voice that makes you question if you're good enough.   So, just how can it affect your career progression?
- [No one can make you feel inferior without your consent](https://executivebreakthrough.com/no-one-can-make-you-feel-inferior-without-your-consent/): So, what does this quote mean?  Well, think of yourself as a ship sailing the vast ocean. You're bound to hit some choppy waters, whether it's from a tough boss, a friend who doesn't get it, or that tiny voice in your head that keeps doubting you.  But here's the most important thing: only you get to decide how these waves will affect your journey.  Will they sink you or just cause a bit of a wobble? It's totally up to you. 
- [More work-related changes that can be made much more difficult by your inner struggles](https://executivebreakthrough.com/more-work-related-changes-that-can-be-made-much-more-difficult-by-your-inner-struggles/): Experiencing significant changes at work, such as taking a new job, stepping into a leadership role, or making a complete career change, can be challenging. This difficulty is often compounded by feelings of self-doubt and the emergence of what is known as Imposter Syndrome.

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