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Are You Good Enough Yet?

Topic: EmpowermentBy Valencia Ray MDPublished Recently added

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Core confidence is the key to breaking the never-ending cycle of not being "good enough". As you know "good enough" is relative so how could you ever make this determination as a way to being?

It is so connected to "doing" that you will always have something else to, well, do. Basing your confidence and self-esteem on what you accomplish, your job title or how much money you make is a bottomless pit - here today, gone tomorrow.

Do you want to continue to live like this? I think not. The way to peace of mind and true success and abundance is to get to the core of the matter. That's why I speak about "core confidence" as the only type of authentic confidence to be uncovered.

Notice I said "uncovered". This place of inner power is already there. It's a place of inner knowing of courage that comes from the inside out. It takes courage to turn your attention away from seeking outside of yourself - including seeking love, security and self-esteem.

We are so conditioned from the time we are very young children to go after these human needs outside of ourselves and this will impact your level of achievement in every area of your life, including business, relationships and health. Why? Because mindset is at the root of all of the actions you take.

Perception forms your mindset and mindset forms your perception. It is a feedback loop. Until we understand that HOW you think is the foundation to what actions you take and what opportunities you can perceive to take advantage of, we cannot be effective or come from our highest potential.

It was not until I discovered how to root out the stories of not good enough, not enough, or not worthy that I could finally come from a place that get more and more unshakable every year.

Here's a key tip: YOU are not your thoughts. As shocking as that may be to some people, what you think is not the same as who you are. Brain science can demonstrate this beautifully and it's time to shift your paradigm.

Here is another point. In the early years, I considered myself a "spiritual seeker", yet at some point, in order to be effective on this earth I had to get the "aha" that spirit and the everyday living of life needs to be integrated or else you can get "so heavenly bound that you are no earthly good".

For example, I know this may be controversial for some people but I do not subscribe to the belief that money is not spiritual. Money is an innocent bystander to the consciousness that controls it. And if having money or desire to achieve is "bad" and not spiritual, then why as a "seeker" to bother to get out of the bed in the morning and go to work to get more money?

Why have any dreams to express your gifts? The key is to separate your sense of self and power from what you do.

Having wealth and goals make life interesting and can help raise the quality of life for all when used from an authentic, empowered space. Have plenty of both, but just be wise enough to not allow it to "have you". Simple as that.

When you attach your very identity to money or achievement you will start to lose your authentic self for the ego sense, Mental Me, sense of self. This ego identity lives in the space of fear and separation from others. You have to have a sense of "ego" or human identity to function in the world. Yet, you need to separate "fact from fiction" and update this storytelling ego area of your brain so that you can let go of self-limiting perceptions.

When we learn how to drop the fear, the "Fictitious Evidence Affecting Reality" and learn what it means in a practical way to shine from our authentic self, we can truly live as confident women. I don't know about you, but I plan on experiencing love, joy, peace and prosperity in my business, relationships and health. It does not have to be either/or and life was not meant to be one drama after another.

No, the answer lies within. It comes from accepting who you are and cultivating your unique gifts and talents. The "cures" for our woes start with understanding the science behind how our brains and minds work and being lead by spirit/intuition, the inner wisdom of our Authentic Self.

This is the path of true power. The world does not give this type of confidence and self-esteem and the world cannot take it away. What do you think?

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Website: Visit http://www.ValenciaRay.com for your free jump-start report & audio, "7 Common Myths That Block Your Vision for Your Life - And What to Do About It"

Valencia Ray MD is a former eye surgeon who with clear intention sold her medical practice to now show women entrepreneurs and professionals how to eliminate blind spots that block their true potential and limits their vision for business success, happy relationships and good health.

Every week she gives uncommon tips and strategies in her Mind Muscle Minutes and blog, to expand your vision for your business, relationships and a healthy lifestyle, and how to make it happen! You can claim your free reports and learn more at http://www.ValenciaRay.com