Wiley Speaks on Limiting Beliefs

Wiley McArthur, a Critical Factor Coach, shared his knowledge of the “why” and “what” of our own Limiting Beliefs asking members of SGR what would it be like to be able to know what was holding you back and seeing all you can accomplish without limits. How would you feel hearing all those around you talk about how you are able to do things they can't and feeling satisfaction knowing you have begun removing your limitations. Think about it. What if I had a button you could press to instantly remove all your limitations … all those things holding you back. The fun thing is we all have these beliefs and the best part is we can identify – and actually remove - them.

According to Wiley, studies have shown most of our limiting beliefs are formed from the time we are born and through our formative years until about 17 years old. Everything we see, hear and feel from those around us provide input in forming these beliefs, values and decisions. Most of them run at the unconscious level so we never question – just accept – others opinions of us as “truth.” If we think back to our youth when we were taught our values and we didn't question them. From birth to age 7 our potential goes from 100% to about 40% then to flying-by-the-seat-of-our-pants relating to decisions on work, money, friendships etc.  Why is it not everyone has the same limitations as you? Some believe money comes easily and effortlessly and it does. Others believe you can have fun and enjoy work while others believe success can only come from hard work and sacrifice. The crazy thing is both can be successful so which do you want for yourself?