Do you often find yourself overthinking challenging situations in life? Maybe your inner dialogue predicts the worst outcomes and your worry may have been worse than it needed to be, often proved wrong. When it comes to thinking, is it black or white, all-or-nothing thinking? For instance, do you believe you're a failure if you don't get a perfect score on a test or if feedback is not perfect from a presentation? How do you cope with those small words like ifs and buts?

Did you suffer a difficult childhood, being put down or not being given enough care and attention? Do you feel shame and guilt haunt you? How did this affect you throughout your adult life? Do you find yourself in the workplace wondering, "Why am I here?" or "How did I get here?" You spend hours agonising over your assignments, even then wondering if they are good enough.

Does the prospect of a caring relationship excite you or send you running?

Do you constantly seek external validation? Do you rely on others' approval to feel good about yourself? And do you do all you can for others, constantly hoping people will provide external validation to make you feel good temporarily?

Remember, you have been picking up messages from the world around you since birth. But what if I were to reassure you that a thought is just a thought? You do not have to be captive to the thoughts holding you back. Under all that pressure is the real you, waiting to be discovered. Reconnect with your true self and watch all these issues of not feeling good enough begin to diminish. There is immense potential for personal growth, and it's within your reach. 

Anxiety and stress like to control you when you don’t understand how they function; they have free range on your mind and body. For instance, anxiety often manifests as a feeling of unease or worry, while stress can lead to physical symptoms like headaches or muscle tension. However, powerful transformation happens once we learn more about those thoughts that have held us back.

Are you ready to take control of your life? It starts with learning healthy ways to regain mind and body control. Understanding and implementing these strategies empowers you to create your desired life. The power is in your hands, and you have the ability to transform your life.