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Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt: A Personal Journey to Success

Fear and self-doubt can be powerful emotions that hold us back from achieving our goals and living our best lives. Whether it's starting a new business, pursuing a career change, or even asking someone out on a date, these emotions can be paralyzing and prevent us from taking action. I know this firsthand because I've struggled with these emotions myself for a very long time. However, through my personal journey, I've learned that it's possible to overcome these emotions and achieve success and happiness.

My Personal Story My personal struggles with fear and self-doubt started when I was young. I was always afraid of making mistakes, looking foolish, and failing. These fears held me back from pursuing my dreams and trying new things. As I got older, my self-doubt grew stronger, and I started to doubt my abilities and worth as a person. When it came to pursuing my dreams, I always had a nagging voice in the back of my head telling me that I wasn't good enough. This voice prevented me from taking risks and stepping outside of my comfort zone. This emotional state affected my personal and professional life. I found it hard to take risks or put myself out there for new opportunities. I continuously labeled myself as shy and introverted. I didn't feel confident enough to speak up or share my ideas with others. I was being a follower rather than a leader. My negative self-talk kept me in a constant state of anxiety and worry. It wasn't until I hit rock bottom that I realized I needed to make a change. Aside from being a psychology minor in undergrad, I started to read self-help books, attend workshops and [free] webinars, search YouTube videos, and do my own research to understand more about the psychology behind fear and self-doubt. I also started to practice self-care, which included meditation, journaling, and exercise. Through these practices, I began to understand the root causes of my fears and doubts. I realized that many of my fears were based on false beliefs and negative self-talk that I've created along the way due to my life experiences. I also learned that it's possible to challenge and change these beliefs and thoughts.

Understanding Fear and Self-Doubt Before we can overcome fear and self-doubt, we need to understand what causes them. Fear is a natural response to perceived danger, but sometimes our brains can't differentiate between a real threat and an imagined one. This is where self-doubt comes in. Our negative self-talk convinces us that we're not capable of handling the situation at hand, leading to feelings of inadequacy and fear. Here are some tips that helped me overcome fear and self-doubt:

Challenge negative self-talk: Whenever you hear that voice in your head telling you that you're not good enough, ask yourself if that thought is true. More often than not, you'll find that it's NOT. Replace the lie with the empowering truth.

Practice self-care: Taking care of yourself is essential for building self-confidence. Make sure to get enough sleep, exercise regularly, and eat a healthy diet. The more balanced you are, the better you feel about the decisions and moves you are making.

Cultivate a positive mindset: Surround yourself with positivity. Read motivational books, listen to uplifting music or podcasts, and spend time with people who support and encourage you.

Use positive affirmations: Repeat positive affirmations to yourself every day. Tell yourself that you're capable, strong, and worthy of success because YOU ARE!

Practice visualization techniques: Visualize yourself achieving your goals. Picture yourself succeeding and feeling confident. If you can imagine it, you can achieve it!

Learn from failures: Failure is a natural part of life, but it's how we respond to it that matters. Instead of letting failure defeat you, use it as an opportunity to learn and grow. Losses that turned into lessons - they're nothing but blessings!

Just Start! :Sometimes, the hardest part of overcoming fear and self-doubt is just getting started. If you find yourself feeling overwhelmed, start small. Take one small step toward your goal, and build from there. Remember, progress is progress, no matter how small. Don't let perfectionism hold you back from starting. Taking a Leap of Faith Overcoming fear and self-doubt is not easy, but it's possible. Sometimes, it takes taking a leap of faith to push past these emotions and achieve success. For me, taking a leap of faith meant starting my own spiritual life coaching business. Starting a business is a risk, and it requires a lot of hard work, dedication, and belief in oneself. However, I knew that this is something I am passionate about, and I want to help others overcome their own fears and self-doubts by helping them renew their mindsets and elevate their confidence. Showing up for my business every day is challenging, but it also gives me a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I am able to use my personal experiences and knowledge to help others overcome their struggles and achieve their goals. Being the Divine Glow Coach is more than a title, it's my calling. I had always been interested in spirituality and helping others, but I was terrified of starting my own business. Considering that I started a photography business and had to dissolve it. The questions came back - "What if I failed?" "What if nobody wanted to work with me?" These questions almost prevented me from taking action, but I knew I couldn't let fear hold me back. In Conclusion Overcoming fear and self-doubt is a journey that requires patience, perseverance, and self-awareness. It's essential to understand the root causes of these emotions and to challenge and change negative beliefs and thoughts. Remember, you are worthy and capable of achieving your goals and dreams. It's important to practice self-care, cultivate a positive mindset, and use positive affirmations and visualization techniques. Don't be afraid to take risks and learn from failures. Remember, failures are opportunities for growth and learning. Taking a leap of faith can be scary, but it can also lead to personal growth and fulfillment. Believe in yourself and your abilities, and don't let fear and self-doubt hold you back from pursuing your passions and dreams. I hope that my personal journey and the tips I've shared in this post will help you overcome your own fears and self-doubts. Remember that you're not alone, and there are many resources available to help you along the way. You deserve to live a happy and fulfilling life, so take that first step toward overcoming your fears and doubts today. Written by: Ashley Conyers, Divine Glow Spiritual Life Coaching LLC

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When thinking about this blog moment, what comes to mind is the line from Jay-Z song allow me to reintroduce myself? My name is Nyesha LOL!!

This year I made a commitment that I was going to Just Be!! I said to myself what does JUST BE mean? Well, you know what I did YUP I went to my good friend google & this is the definition of "JUST BE":

To JUST BE means allowing the flow of life and the world to move as it will, without the need to control, and acting when inspired to do so.

It means being open and receptive to the truth here, to the love and the peace available.

All I can say was ALL RIGHT!!!!!

When making the commitment to “JUST BE” I consciously decided that I deserve to feel & be free. I will continue to push to be the best authentic version of myself.

So, with that being said my name is Nyesha Bridges and I am committed to “JUST BE ME”.

What commitment will you make for yourself today?

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“Prospering”

There was a moment in my life when I felt alone, broken, and misunderstood. I felt like I was being left in a dark forsaken hole with shackles against my feet, not letting me search for the freedom I wanted. I was depressed. My body — especially my mind — had tricked me into thinking I was something I was not and that was a FAILURE. These feelings made me cry myself to sleep, starve myself, and even attempt to harm myself. Well, I am here to affirm that DEPRESSION and LONELINESS did not WIN.

 Let’s take a moment of the thoughts in my mind.

I felt like I couldn’t speak my own mind because of how much every single thought I had corrupted me. I even felt like I couldn’t control my own body. But I put my foot down and took control right back. I always had trouble communicating with others — especially my family. So, you can imagine how hard it was for me to tell my own mother how I wanted to harm myself. She found me a therapist that provided me with exercises, but honestly, that didn’t work. I made up my mind that the only person who could make me feel better and know my own worth was me. I decided that I would be open and honest with someone whom I could trust, who would not judge me, but most importantly wanted the best for me and that was my mom.

NOW LOOK AT ME!!!!!

I’m an honor roll student who has stopped stressing and overthinking about the little things that I should not be stressed over.  I’m not saying I don’t have bad days where I may feel stress or overthinking creeps back up, because I do. But, what I can say is that I am a better me today compared to what I was in 8th grade.

 I’m a WINNER, WARRIOR, and BELIEVER… I Am ZAHIR WILLIAMS!!!!!!

Written By: Zahir Williams (Guest Blogger)

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In this season of my life, I find myself always finding revelation in certain things that I may encounter. Last year I traveled on an airplane for the first time in my adulthood. Yes, I said it stop judging me LOL!! I was so excited to be traveling with my husband to Las Vegas for a weekend getaway.

As we are getting settled in our seats the flight attendant gets on the PA system to give us instructions which there were quite a few instructions that were given.  The one that made me stop, pause, and look up was when she said in case of an emergency make sure you “put your oxygen mask on first before helping others”. It made me reflect on how for so many years of my life I would always pour from an empty cup. Giving everyone all of me and having nothing left for me.

I can’t give you the exact date and time when I had to decide whether I will just continue to run dry or be willing to die of who I was to birth who God has called me to be. There was so much impact behind what that flight attendant said before taking off.

I understand today that I am more valuable to my family, friends, and community when I decided to love myself more first. While being willing to walk through the door alone rather than trying to carry the weight of people on my shoulders.

I AFFIRM that:

“I Am ENOUGH”

“I Am CHOSEN”

“I Am FREE”

Pause in this moment and write what you will affirm today! DROP those affirmations in the comments…

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Written By: Nyesha Bridges

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W.I.N.

“Walking In Next”

The first word that comes to my mind this very moment while writing this Blog Moment is the word “Pressure”.  As you may or may not know I am big on definitions, so I decided to look up the word pressure and the definition states continuous physical force exerted on or against an object by something in contact with it. Immediately what came to mind after reading this definition was the pressure cooker process.

Here is the pressure cooker step-by-step process and how I equated it to W.I.N. (Walking In Next):

Step 1: Place the content to be cooked inside the pressure cooker (Acknowledging and understanding your next).

Step 2: Take the weighted pressure regulator off and close the lid (Knowing that what you are about to experience will not be comfortable, but necessary for your next).

Step 3: Wait for the pressure cooker to gain pressure (Staying in God’s word to keep you from not throwing in the towel as you are waiting in your next).

Step 4: Reduce the heat to a lower level so that the pressure cooker continues to simmer and does not whistle (God is getting ready to propel you forward, so be ready with a posture of walking in next).

Step 5: Release pressure (Allowing what God has poured into you to be released through Your Obedience +Your Faith= God’s Promise

Just understand that this process or journey is not easy, but if you are willing to step into it God will walk you through it.  

As the songwriter, Jekalyn Carr says “Everything attached to me wins”

So, from this day forward, I am Declaring that we will W.I.N. (Walking In Next)!

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“Waiting Process”

So, for weeks now I continue to hear the word process, I mean almost every day. I know we have all heard the tagline “Trust the Process”, but I am learning that it has to go a little bit deeper than just trusting. It felt like an Ah-ha moment to me. I started asking myself questions like how am I waiting in this process and what I’m doing while I’m waiting in my process. There’s so much power in the wait.

There have been so many different feelings that I have been going through. This thing called life is not easy, but all that we go through is necessary. Understanding that your foundation must be strong in what you believe in. My foundation is God’s Word. I would equate this strong foundation to a building having to withstand a heavy storm or hurricane. When you think about it, for a building to have a strong foundation there must be a process that the builders go through to ensure that the building is built on solid ground.

If the contractors use materials that are not strong and just throw anything together without the proper layout it won’t be solid, nor will the building be able to withstand anything that is heavier than its foundation. It’s the same thing in God, you have to lay a solid foundation in seeking and meditating on His Word daily. This way when the flood of the storm comes you are able to withstand the storm that will try to take you out. Always remember that no storm lasts forever. Let’s continue to lay that strong foundation that will guide us through our waiting process so we can continue to trust the process.

I am DECLARING that WE ARE WINNERS!

Shout out to my sister Alexis Smith for a powerful quote “Patience isn’t a destination but a journey”

Written By: Nyesha Bridges

Edited By: Tammy Richardson

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