Challenging Internal Beliefs

Key Takeaways

Curiosity over judgment.

·       When exploring your internal beliefs, approach yourself with curiosity instead of criticism. Asking “why” without shame allows you to uncover deeper truths about yourself in a compassionate and constructive way.

Your beliefs need updating.

·       Just like outdated software slows down a computer, unexamined beliefs from childhood can hold you back. Reevaluate your “mental software” regularly to align with your current needs, goals, and values.

Your healing journey isn’t linear.

·       Growth comes in waves. Sometimes it can be intense and consuming, other times it can be restful and reflective. Both are vital. Use restful seasons to assess your belief systems and prepare for future growth.

Core beliefs often stem from fear or pain.

·       Many limiting beliefs are rooted in childhood fears or past pain. Identifying these origins helps you let go of behaviors and patterns that no longer serve you.

Meet yourself with compassion.

·       When uncovering painful truths, be gentle. Reassure your younger self with the love, safety, and understanding you needed in the past. This self-compassion fosters healing and builds trust in yourself.

Practice authenticity.

·       Instead of changing who you are to gain acceptance, honor your authentic self. Trust yourself enough to show up as you are, knowing your worth doesn’t depend on external validation.

Take small and gentle steps.

·       You don’t have to figure everything out at once. Stay present and aware in your daily life and address outdated beliefs as they surface naturally. Be patient with yourself.

Rediscover the joy of self-connection.

·       See this process as coming home to yourself. Rebuilding your relationship with your inner self creates a foundation of safety, trust, and freedom that allows you to live authentically and with joy.

Let these takeaways remind you that your journey is about progress, not perfection. Be kind to yourself, you’re doing incredible work!

Disclaimer

***I am not a licensed mental health therapist or clinical counselor and everything I am sharing is knowledge through personal experience and or trial and error in my own healing journey. I am not diagnosing or prescribing anything to anyone through my words or stories that I am sharing in this podcast. All this information is meant to help draw awareness of these topics and shine light on the darkness in our lives. Do not try anything you do not feel comfortable with or that might cause you any form of physical, spiritual, or emotional pain without consulting a medical health professional. I am not responsible for anything that may come up during your personal inner healing journey and urge you to find a licensed mental health professional to help you dive into deeper pain or trauma. I am not responsible for your personal healing and encourage you to use this podcast simply as a resource and a place to start off your healing journey. ***

Resources

If you are looking for more resources to help you on your healing journey, please check out the Pursuit of Freedom companion workbooks that can be found here https://stan.store/PursuitofFreedom