Get Out Your Own Way starts with recognizing the situations that confront us all whether we know it or not. When we can come to the realization of the truth of the matter, we will find our true selves.
The process of getting out of your own way puts you closer to your “Why,” your beliefs, your expectations, and your passions. Some obstacles challenge us at every turn in life and deter us from seeing our path clearly.
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Ever heard or used one of these phrases, “life ain’t easy, “it ain’t easy being me” “knee-deep in s**t” or ” can’t see the forest for the trees”?
At first read, they all seem easily defined. But with each interpretation, you can gauge where you are in your life journey, and how clearly you recognize the obstacles in your way.
Getting Out Your Own Way is a part of life. Do you believe you are put on this earth for a purpose? Or do you believe it was a matter of chance? Are you an atheist or do you believe in a supreme architect of all there is?
Your answer to any of the questions mentioned, will not detract from the fact that you are here in the flesh. How you choose to live life is up to you. You control your destiny, and to reach what you are destined for will be a fight with the biggest obstacle you will ever face.
The number one obstacle is yourself. The tools needed are within you, but just like the obstacles that you acknowledge as such, you must also recognize the tools within you to confront and win this fight.
Get Out Your Own Way
We all have our beliefs about life issues, laws, and what to do to create change.
Excluding genetics, our beliefs are usually decisions derived from our environment, associates, and influence through education.
It is the combination of all these parts, that help determine a mental makeup. Along with some soul searching, we begin the process of how we choose to live our life which in turn paints a mental picture of our “why.”
Which many call their passion, purpose in life, or their destiny. My passion is to have success with a home business. My, why is the same as my mission? To help as many as I can find success with a home business while leaving a legacy for my grandchildren.
Showing them what hard work and believing in yourself produces the fulfillment you are after.
The seven deadly sins viewed by society and literature are:
- Lust – to have an intense desire or need: “But I tell you that anyone who looks at a woman lustfully has already committed adultery with her in his heart” (Matthew 5:28).
- Gluttony – excess in eating and drinking: “for drunkards and gluttons become poor, and drowsiness clothes them in rags” (Proverbs 23:21).
- Greed – excessive or reprehensible acquisitiveness: “Having lost all sensitivity, they have given themselves over to sensuality so as to indulge in every kind of impurity, with a continual lust for more” (Ephesians 4:19).
- Laziness – disinclined to activity or exertion: not energetic or vigorous: “The way of the sluggard is blocked with thorns, but the path of the upright is a highway” (Proverbs 15:19).
- Wrath – strong vengeful anger or indignation: “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger” (Proverbs 15:1)
- Envy – painful or resentful awareness of an advantage enjoyed by another joined with a desire to possess the same advantage: “Therefore, rid yourselves of all malice and all deceit, hypocrisy, envy, and slander of every kind. Like newborn babies, crave pure spiritual milk, so that by it, you may grow up in your salvation” (1 Peter 2:1-2).
- Pride – quality or state of being proud – inordinate self-esteem: “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall” (Proverbs 16:18).
You Are Who You Are
I think even the atheist would have to agree on the validity of these seven sins and acknowledge they can lead to a life of problems and destruction.
I think most of our obstacles occur because we are daunted with temptations that are easily accepted as being okay.
And when one adheres to what is right will face much more opposition.
In pursuit of our passions, the temptations are intensified because they are directed at an accomplishment or goal we are trying to achieve.
These type of temptations are easily recognizable but can be strong, and lure you into making hasty decisions and not with good judgment. It is a strong mental makeup that leads to success.
The successful person will tell you without a doubt, that they had to overcome fear and failure (obstacles) throughout their journey and that is what they are most proud of.
Strong Mentality
“Anything worth having is worth working for.” I don’t know who to give credit for that quote, but I am glad it was said. Again actions are controlled by the individual, or are they?
Can you honestly say that you are in control of your life with all the manipulation of the media, the influence of friends and your environment?
The successful person: Dr. Martin Luther King can. Muhammad Ali, Serena Williams, and Fredrick Douglass all can say they took the road less traveled, holding to their beliefs despite temptation. Do you have a strong mind? That is capable of getting out your own way?
Here are 13 signs that show you have a strong mind:
Use your time wisely
Be open to feedback
Be humble
Take risks
Refrain from trying to please others
Know how to set boundaries to keep things in perspective
Not afraid to seek help
Being a freewill thinker
Follow your instincts
Forgive yourself
Step out of your comfort zone
Face your fears
Here are the 13 things mentally strong people don’t do:
by Amy Morin is a psychotherapist and she’s the author of 13 Things Mentally Strong People Don’t Do(link is external) 1. Throw pity parties
2. Do not have self-doubt
3. Believe their way is always the right way
4. Waste Energy on Things They Can’t Control
5. Do not try to please everybody
6. Fear Taking Calculated Risks
7. live in the past
8. Make the Same Mistakes Over and Over
9. Do not be jealous of others
10. fear failure
11. Fear Alone Time
12. Feel the World Owes Them Anything
13. Expect Immediate Results- Life choices can be easily influenced. It is incumbent upon the individual to become a free-will thinker in order to express their true feelings.
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Thank you for responding
Hi Maurice,
Excellent post and full of wisdom. We are certainly all capable. My faith is what helps me tremedously. Without that, I’d be stumbling in the dark with no motivation. Thank you for your words.
Blessings on you,
Suzanne
p.s…..the saying “Anything in life worth having is worth working for” is by Andrew Carnegie.
I am humbled by response. It is inspiring and gratifying to me knowing my work is appreciated.
Hi Maurice! Your site is one where people can wander around for hours reading on a variety of topics and really getting immersed in all of the great information you have here. It’s a treasure-trove of helpful information for anyone interested in learning, growing, and owning a successful business. Thanks for what you’re doing to help others!
Mind over matter; thanks for the input
This was a good exploration of the proper mindset. One of the things that really resonates with me is the bit about our comfort zones. I think it’s important to be honest about it though. I don’t like being forced out of my comfort zone. However, I’m usually better of because of it. It’s like when I go for a run. I dread doing it, and I hate it while I’m doing it. When I’m done though, I feel full of pride.
If your feeling comfortable, it’s time to find a new challenge.
I am humbled by your response. It is gratifying to know that my work is appreciated.
Your input is greatly appreciated with some good points.
Hi Maurice,
I’m adding your site to my favourites – I especially like the signs ‘that show you have a strong mind’ and ‘what mentally strong people do’. Thanks.
Great Post Maurice, I found this to be a very interesting read. I think motivation and a persons experiences really help shape the things that they achieve.
There is always a driving force behind the reasons we do things and that can be either from sometimes a poor childhood or a vision instilled within the individual.
Success is self belief and you summarize the main points beautifully.
Thankyou!
I want all my content to be of quality and of value to my followers Thanks for the kind words.
we always receive wisdom from others ,but it has from heart to heart and this is really what i felt when i read this article ,so i do thank you for the great job.
I appreciate you taking the time to comment
Thank you for your input
Maurice,
Motivation comes in many ways, self motivation is one of the hardest things in a home business. If you do not put in the work, nothing happens.
You positive steps must be followed to succeed, the other steps must be avoided to make progress.
Great information for those who lack self motivation or can be distracted easily.
John
You got me thinking so hard here Maurice. Its great!
We have ingrained models of think and beliefs that are stopping us from moving. This post is sure to awake anyone into action.
Thank you for responding. You are right about you baby girl, keep teaching her to self-aware.
Thank you for the kind words It is humbling.
I hope it helps you in some type of way. Thanks for responding.
You are welcome I hope you took something away from it.
Maurice, I am from California and I love watching Stephen Curry play. He does not stop. Even if LeBron is towering over him, he is a consistent machine, constantly calculating how to get more shots. I can see why you included him in this post. He is a powerful motivator. Thank you for sharing.
Very eye opening information. I do find myself on occasion getting in my own way… It is something that I need to get control over. I also have a tenancy to overthink things at times. I will work on myself to improve. You have stirred good points to ponder.
This post is really true. Great job. It woke me up and I am sure everybody who reads this will also learn a lot.
Great words of wisdom. You know, I have been going through a little transformation of my own on this very issue. My daughter saw some of her relatives moping around feeling sorry for themselves and of course she’s young so she started mimicking them. I told her to stop cuz all that don’t get you anywhere even though it might seem cute or w/e.
Thanks for sharing,
Marlinda
I am glad you like the article. It humbles me
It’s actually a nice and useful part of information. I am
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Paul, it is always a pleasure to hear from you.Thanks for responding.
Hi Maurice
You have so much information on your website and a really interesting format
I think you will do well to help people improve their lives
great job
best regards
Paul