We asked folks a question that led to many surprising answers – some sad, some thought-provoking and some funny. We’ve highlighted a cross section of those responses below.
Tonica Johnson
When I was growing up, I believed that asking for help meant I wasn’t capable enough. I thought success meant doing everything on my own. I’d strive to figure out everything quietly, perfectly, and independently. Looking back, I can see how much pressure that created. Read more>>
Amanda Sharp
I believe that we all have ‘crappy core beliefs’ and those have run our lives since a young age. My personal ones I have located thus far are ‘I’m not worth knowing’ ‘I’m not worth sticking around or fighting for’ and ‘I’m only worthy of love if I’m valuable. Read more>>
Jill Levine
I am adopted and I spent decades of my life with a subconscious belief that I wasn’t wanted, worthy or deserving, despite having a wonderful and loving adoptive family. This subconscious belief shaped so much of my life before I recognized this under current. Through energy work, affirmations and hypnosis, I have set that belief system aside. Read more>>
