5 Mindset Shifts for Success

​Mastering your mindset holds the key to all aspects of your life, including health and fitness.

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What’s standing in our way often starts with our beliefs – our negative thoughts, self-imposed limitations and fragile mindsets. Flip the script to a positive mindset, and life-changing results begin to unfold.

Here are 5 mindset strategies that have the potential to significantly improve your life:

1. Your beliefs and thoughts shape your reality. Every action, feeling and outcome originates from a belief which first shows up as a thought. Sometimes we don’t know what are deep seated beliefs are, but we can start learning that by reshaping our thought patterns. Start paying attention to the thoughts that replay in your head. Decide if they are true or current and then you can steer your life in the direction you want.

2. Leave the past behind. Dwelling on the past serves no purpose. Focus on the present moment and the decisions you make today to shape a brighter tomorrow.

3. Let go of worry. Worrying is a draining emotion that adds no value to your life. By releasing worries and embracing a positive outlook, your life will be simpler and much less stressful. I once read that 97% of the things people worry about never come true. (“Who of you by worrying can add a single hour to his life?​” Matthew 6:27)

4. Choose your company wisely. Surround yourself with individuals who uplift, motivate and support you. Stay away from “energy vampires” who try to hold you back. Jim Rohn famously said “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.”

5. Embrace the journey. Life is a series of milestones and challenges. Instead of constantly focusing on the next goal, take time to appreciate your progress and celebrate each victory along the way. The journey is as important as the destination. Plus, you’ll miss the joy in life if you aren’t present.

Transforming your mindset can lead to big changes in your life. Embrace these mindset shifts and enjoy the path to success.