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5 Beliefs That Block Inner Peace

practice gratitude and be present in the moment

By Kennedy JonesPublished 4 years ago 3 min read
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Many people look to outside reasons and their surroundings in an effort to find inner peace without even realizing it. Inner peace can only come within and stems from our deeply rooted beliefs about ourselves and the way we react to different cases.

There are numerous beliefs that you have probable experienced subconsciously that sink your sense of self-confidence and overall happiness. By analyzing the thoughts and beliefs that arise in your mind day after day, you can shift to a more positive and confident outlook on life full of peace and serenity.

“Once I get what I wish I will feel better”

This belief is a extremely common way that we get wrapped up in our surroundings and facilitate them to guide us and decide our well being. When we comprehend, that feeling good and being glad comes from within, we will no longer experience these restricting views.

In order to surely practice gratitude and be present in the moment, we have to facilitate our inner peace to guide us even though of our cases or aspirations. even though it is vital to have desires and goals, it is vital to not permit them decide our quality of life and satisfaction on the inside.

“People are continually out to get me”

Although we don't usually tell this out loud, our subconscious keeps restricting beliefs like these that prevent us from achieving our goals and aspirations. When you are always focused on what others think of you, and how they will react, the anxiety guides your life and you are not going to feel at peace on the inside.

Rather than speculating what people are going think of you, accept the fact that not everyone will like you and stop yourself from looking for approval from others. allowing others to have their own opinions and stop being afraid of them or permitting them get under your skin because of your own views can facilitate you to get a lot further in your life than you would expect.

“I should be able to work harder”

Comparing our work ethic or other components of our lives, like appearance or social abilities, blocks our confidence and impedes us from experiencing inner peace. even though you may look at others and think that they are better than you, you have to realize that everyone is different, and comparisons can only hold you back.

Focusing on how you can improve your own qualities and traits instead of trying to be like somebody else can make you feel less under pressure and you will, in turn, have higher confidence levels.

Comparisons can have negative affects on friendships and even relationships and will continually get in the way of inner joy and happiness.

“I could never do that”

Doubting yourself and your skills is one of the most strong ways that your subconscious restricts you from achieving your desires and goals. When you see somebody performing on stage or completing something you have continually aspired to do, it can be simple to think that you could never be skilled.

When you consider these things, you are incapable to have the confidence you require to achieve these things. Taking a step back and realizing that you can achieve anything that you put your mind to will facilitate you to be more motivated and at peace from within.

“Inner peace is impossible”

When we read books about meditation and other peace methods, it can be simple to feel impressed and unable. It can have the feeling and assuming these qualities take years and years to create and we have to make a lot of sacrifices to experience inner peace.

Often times the most recommended way to find inner peace is by permitting yourself to let go of these assumptions and just dedicate time to progressively adjust your every day life. You will probably see the results sooner than you consider and inner peace will flow easily.

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Kennedy Jones

the creator, Owner, researcher & Publisher of Southern Red Press, a Lifestyles research & publishing firm ,based in Oklahoma, I’m an 8 time Stroke survivor, now with limited use of my left arm & leg, - https://www.kennedyjones.works

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