The 5 Lies We Need to Stop Telling Ourselves

Let’s break free from the chains of self-deception

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When I was in my 20s I often tried creating YouTube videos but somehow never had the courage to post them. The reason — I just didn’t believe in myself — I still don’t to be honest. And that’s the biggest disservice one can do to self. If you give even before you start, you can never win the race.

We often find comfort in telling ourselves certain lies. These lies serve as a way to make us feel better about our circumstances or to justify our actions.

However, the problem with these lies is that they can ultimately hold us back and prevent us from reaching our full potential.

In this article, we will explore five common lies that we need to stop telling ourselves if we want to live a more fulfilling life.

“I’m Not Good Enough”:

This lie can be particularly damaging because it undermines our confidence and self-esteem. We tell ourselves that we’re not smart enough, talented enough, or attractive enough to achieve our goals or pursue our passions.

But the truth is that everyone has unique talents and strengths, and our worth as individuals is not determined by external factors such as our appearance or our achievements…