What Is My Problem?
Okay, I read in a book by Noah St. John that the reason I haven't reached any of my goals is because something that I'm totally unaware of is holding me back. He said that I have to figure out what it is that is preventing me from moving forward and then deal with it. Is it some deeply held belief? Is it something I "learned" in my life experiences? Is it something I just made up in my head with no basis whatsoever? Is it something I read on a bathroom wall? (that reminds me of a phone call I need to make)
What is my problem?
I stayed awake for several hours last nite trying to come up with the "Great Aha!" Man, it was tough, let me tell you! And I could only think of two things that made an impact on me: 1) it would require lots of work (heck, we're working hard already!) and 2) it would mean long periods without my wife Sara nearby (I don't like that! Maybe I'm co-dependent?) Another possibility is that I have too many expectations of others and don't want to be disappointed (like I'm not already!)
So, what is my problem?
What am I afraid of here? Do I not want to lose friends by outgrowing them? Am I afraid of rubbing shoulders with rich and famous people? Would my responsibilities increase somehow? Would people I don't even know be suspicious of me or think poorly of me out of jealousy or their own prejudices? Should I even care? Would I have to dress better? (God, I hope not!)
What is my problem?
I suspect that this blog will be have a sequel, since I haven't come up with any answers yet. I do know that I need to figure this out and soon.
So…until then…uh, whatever.
P.S. You may think that this has nothing to do with business, but you would be wrong. This has to do with EVERY aspect of our lives and perhaps you could be thinking about what's holding YOU back! Just a suggestion.
