Change can be scary as we feel new
things, entertain different thoughts, perhaps
leave old ways behind. Here are
10 obstacles that can hinder self-growth.
1. Denial. It’s difficult to grow when
you don’t see the need. Listen to
the quiet voice inside and to what
your loved ones are saying. Get the
support you need to see the truth.
2. Seeing yourself as a victim. If you’re
always one-down, you can’t
become the empowered person
you are meant to be.
3. Substance abuse. Whether you’re
self-medicating or seeking escape,
the problems just don’t go away
without the willingness to face them.
4. Self-loathing. Nothing banishes selfhatred
faster than self-care. Choose
in any moment the kindest path.
5. Blame. If we always point the
finger at another, we never see our
own role.
6. Defensiveness. This is a racket we
swing against anything that suggests
we might be at fault. Try to see
“faults” as opportunities to grow.
7. Fear. Acknowledge the frightened
parts of yourself, praise your courage,
and be gentle.
8. Rage. Rage is a call for attention
to our triggers, but sometimes
we get stuck there. Accepting
and working creatively with the
feelings can help free you.
9. Busyness. Constantly moving
allows no time for the reflection that
lays the foundation for self-growth.
10. Unwillingness to admit error. As
with defensiveness, if we stop
judging “error” as wrong, an everexpanding
life awaits.**
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