Let’s face it: We’ve all doubted ourselves at some point in our lives. If anyone told you otherwise, take a piece of white posterboard, and write this: “You’re a big fat liar!” And, if you’re like me — The highly critical one of self (and overly analytical), then it’s quite easy to fall into the depths of never-never-land while dwelling over your own criticisms.
Is this all truly necessary? Hell no! Today, I had a meeting with a gentleman I’ve known of for a few years. Prior to the meeting, my anxiety grew a bit, because I wasn’t sure of what I’d talk about, plus I was overly excited — Hey, I love meeting people who can teach me things and possibly help me along my journey. After some two hours, I felt rather stupid — My mind started analyzing everything I said prior and I started wondering if I had goofed in some way or another.
Self-doubt is a natural occurrence, I believe. For me, I’m just highly critical of myself. I always want to do my best, because I’m always striving for greater heights in life. So, when self-doubt starts to creep in, smash it dead by removing those nagging thoughts from your memory. Chances are, you’re simply over analyzing things which aren’t even important.
Keep on truckin’. Life’s too short to second guess the past.
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