From Limited Thinking To Progressive Thinking – Part 2

Posted on 31. Mar, 2012 by in Entrepreneurship, General, Personal Development

In part 1 of this subject, I shared some of my story of the limited thinking and false beliefs I had to overcome in order to move forward in life. Progressive thinking was always met with internal and external road-blocks, which has always presented the temptation to resign to mediocrity.

There were also some major set-backs, but because I was not willing to settle with wooden nickels, my determination powered by God’s grace prevailed, and continues to prevail through any type of adversities. Moving from limited thinking to progressive thinking is foundational to the psychology of success, and must be pursued in a bold and intentional way.

Tips On Overcoming Limited Thinking
There is a multitude of tips, techniques, training, resources and such to develop a healthier mindset, but here are just a few snappy tips that you can put into practice right away:

  • Take-in the goods:   Consume information products & resources on the subject: books, websites, audio’s, video, seminars, workshops, etc.
  • Change your environment:   Distance yourself from, or at least limit your time with narrow-minded friends and family and spend more of your time with positive and encouraging people who aren’t afraid to think big.  Have good mentors.
  • Change-up your routine:   Order something on the menu you haven’t ordered before, do the opposite of what you normally do on Friday night or Monday morning, go a different way to the market, do your daily routine backwards (switch morning from evening), and always be willing to stretch your comfort zone.
  • Welcome different perspectives:   Don’t isolate yourself to one faction or category of people where everyone thinks the same, but be open to other people with other  views. This doesn’t mean you need to adhere to various views, but just to be more open-minded and  objective.
  • Welcome change:   Consider an accident, setback, roadblock, detour, loss, misfortune or any kind of life altering event, however small or big, as an opportunity to grow and do something different.
  • Initiate change: Don’t just wait for change, make the change by living life intentionally and by design- not by default. It’s been well said that “If you want things in your life to change, than you must change things in your life”
  • Be committed to health & wellness: Regard your body as a holy temple that you are constantly improving as you vigilantly guard it from abuse, pollution, neglect and such. Your body can also be likened to your life-vehicle that you need to have running in optimum condition.
  • Be committed to personal development: Regard your mind and spirit as the inner-sanctum of your temple and your greatest asset that you constantly invest in to become an even better version of YOU.

A Masterpiece In Progress
Overcoming limited thinking is an essential element in the psychology of success and must be squared-off with in a courageous and proactive manner. As we begin to develop more positive and progressive thinking, we can then create a positive snow-ball effect with the power of advanced thinking.

The main idea here is to cultivate a mindset that is always moving forward. Rejoice and celebrate the milestones of progress, but don’t get complacent or ever think you have “arrived”. Always look for more possibilities and ways to improve and enjoy the process of designing your life-masterpiece of the only YOU there is.

Let us not confuse the limitations of our mind with the real possibilities of our life

 

 

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12 Responses to “From Limited Thinking To Progressive Thinking – Part 2”

  1. Louise Edington

    05. Apr, 2012

    What great tips! I can concur with all of them as I have been on a path of self discovery and personal development in the last two years and have tackled many of my limiting beliefs. I look forward to hearing more!
    Louise Edington
    Networking For The Shy
    http://louiseedington.com

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  2. Penny Bergstrom

    08. Apr, 2012

    You make some excellent points Scott. Thanks for sharing.

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  3. Nancy Hopkin

    09. Apr, 2012

    There is real wisdom in opening one’s mind to new ideas, a new approach, and new people to influence the subject matter, keeping the flow of information fresh, new, and exciting. Great food to try on this menu! :)
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  4. Nelson

    09. Apr, 2012

    Scott, another great post from you! There are two aspects that I have difficulty in overcoming. First is not being defeated when something doesn’t or hasn’t worked out. The next is finding good mentors. I’ve had a few in my life and their inspirations are so helpful when you overcome the biggest obstacle…as you know: yourself! Thanks again, I look forward to the next blog.

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    • admin

      09. Apr, 2012

      I can relate to that Nelson- defeat is something I can’t accept either- and good mentors can be tricky because no one is perfect- we have to trust those who are trustworthy, yet still sifting there wisdom for things that may not be for our own best. Great thoughts my friend!

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  5. Susan Berland

    10. Apr, 2012

    I love your tips and am happy to say that I employ many of them. And they work. Embracing change has always been a challenge for me and I know that with change comes growth and with growth comes more peace and happiness. So, bring it on!

    Susan Berland
    A Picture’s…..
    http://susan-berland.com
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    • admin

      10. Apr, 2012

      Love your enthusiasm Susan- and hats off for your journey in personal growth!
      Thanks for stopping by and commenting :)

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  6. Akos Fintor

    05. May, 2012

    Eckhart Tolle’s teaching helped me a lot to go with a flow of life, that is to offer less resistance and surrender to “what is”.
    From that place (peace of mind) anything is possible.

    Great tips!

    Akos

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    • admin

      10. May, 2012

      I think we can go with the flow to a point, but a general flow doesn’t bring us to the end of a specific calling

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