"In many cases, what holds young adults back is not a lack of ability or talent. Rather, they overthink in negative ways, with their minds their worst enemies. Often, they battle three distorted, self-limiting beliefs that damage their self-worth and make progress feel scary. These beliefs thrive in silence, fueling anxiety, avoidance, and vast levels of insecurity. Here is what those lies sound like as self-sabotaging inner narratives."
"Lie #1: I'm behind, and it's too late to catch up. This distorted belief often comes from young adults negatively comparing themselves to "more successful peers" or others. Essentially, adult children holding this belief have decided they have fallen short or even failed before they have begun. They "should" all be over themselves regarding finances, careers, and relationships, comparing themselves unfavorably to the idealized success they have (and never realistically will) achieved."
Many young adults feel overwhelmed, stuck, and ashamed while trying to establish careers, finances, and relationships. Anxiety and overthinking turn simple action steps into mountains, with minds becoming their worst enemies. Three distorted, self-limiting beliefs commonly erode self-worth, fueling avoidance, insecurity, and paralysis. One prevalent belief is, "I'm behind, and it's too late to catch up," driven by negative comparisons to idealized peers. Such beliefs lead to shame and inaction, like avoiding job applications. Fear, not defiance, often underlies motivational blocks. Parental coaching can reframe these narratives and encourage the thought, "Maybe I am capable enough to move forward."
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