Are you prepared for an extremely quotable inspiration boost to overcome self-defeating behavior? Need a little prodding in the appropriate direction?

Tell us if you recognize any of this:

• You’ve been working for the same objectives for some time, yet you keep falling short of your ambitions.
• You truly want what you want, but first you must do the laundry because those sheets won’t wash themselves.
• Congratulations! You’ve finished your novel, memoir, or other creative endeavor, but you feel like it’s not quite finished. You put it back in your desk drawer and occupy yourself with something else that seems more exciting or novel.
• You sent it to the wrong person even though you knew they would probably tear it to pieces (since that’s what they do), and now you have evidence that your book isn’t as good as you had imagined.

This is the terrible, not-so-fun world of self-sabotage, if any of this sounds familiar. 

The Price Of Neglecting Oneself

For millennia, artists and writers have been obstructing their own paths. Rarely does this conduct have a pleasant ending if you allow it to continue. This scenario can only end in one of two ways: either you don’t feel good about your creative life or you aren’t getting the work you deserve, or you just don’t feel good at all.

Alright, enough of that. It’s time to break free from whatever hold you’ve established and move—even sprint—in the direction of what YOU DO desire.

Is Self-Sabotage a Thing?

Allowing your worries to prevent you from acting on your intuition is known as self-sabotage. Fear causes a cascade of self-defeating ideas, actions, and beliefs that lead to the same thing you are attempting to avoid.

There are several explanations for this. Perhaps you act against your true desires because you believe you don’t deserve them. Perhaps instead of believing in yourself and doing what has to be done, you allow fear and uncertainty to win. Perhaps you’ve allowed distractions and other people’s priorities to take precedence over your own because you now have a spouse, children, parents, or other laundry to do. Self-sabotage can take many different forms, like losing out on significant chances, attracting a run of poor luck, or even affecting your emotional health.  

Recognizing Yourself-Sabotage

Self-sabotage doesn’t always seem as you might expect. Sometimes it manifests as procrastination or distraction; other times, it appears as doing something that appears beneficial but ultimately works against your objectives. There are moments when you have to defend your limitations and make excuse after explanation for why you are unable to do the exact thing you desire.

The excuses are frequently valid (the groceries won’t buy themselves, the dog needs to be walked, and taxes are real), which is what makes them puzzling. However, one of the tools in your toolkit if you want to overcome this self-sabotage problem is acknowledging that you need to put yourself and your goals ahead of activities that may wait till later in the day or week.

The simple truth is that anytime you witness yourself having difficulty achieving your own pleasure and success, self-sabotage is at play.

Why Am I Self-Sabotaging My Own Success?

Subconsciously, you are harming your own progress rather than doing it on purpose. Many suffer from the concern that they are not good enough, which damages their self-esteem and chances of success. Sometimes the dread is of success rather than failure. Whichever one it is, dread remains the same.

Self-sabotage is problematic because it’s simple to develop a recurring pattern of doing it. Typically, it begins with an excuse: “I had intended to write today, but I have to go through this box of hand-me-downs first.” or a crippling habit (you arrange your desk in front of the TV, which you turn on to “inspire you”), or even a false belief that seems plausible (“It’s too hard to be a new novelist at my age,” “I don’t have enough proper training to be a good writer,” or “Everyone says Amy is better at it than me so why should I even bother.”).

You must overcome these behavioral habits if you want to make long-lasting changes in your life and ultimately aim for the things that will support your personal development. Only then will these patterns of behavior be unable to prevent you from moving forward.  

How Will A Quotation Affect Anything?

We at selfmasterycentral.com are big supporters of brain research and motivational sayings, and how they work together to help us achieve our goals. When you choose the proper quote, it can actually nudge your body, mind, and spirit in the direction of more of the behavior you want (and away from the behavior you don’t want).

Inspirational sayings act as catalysts, reassuring us that we are heading in the right path. They have the power to inspire us to put in the effort required to complete the task at hand (since there is work to be done). See why it matters and how the language used in inspiring quotations functions in this Fast Company article.

Here’s a compilation of quotes to help you overcome self-defeating habits and make great changes in your life. 

200+ Inspirational Quotes To Beat Self-Sabotage 

• “True wisdom is knowing yourself; knowing others is intelligence.” –Lao Tzu
• “Your own careless thoughts have the greater potential to harm you than the worst enemy.” —Vajra
• “Our own plans for getting there are often the very thing standing in our way,” —Lunsbrough, Craig D.
• Instead of criticizing and punishing yourself, concentrate on rewarding and appreciating yourself. You’ll achieve much greater outcomes! —Akiroq Brost
• “You are far too intelligent to be the only obstacle in your path.” —Emma Kate Dawson
• “Self-sabotage is the definition of resistance.” —Pressfield, Steven
• “You’ve been berating yourself for years with no results. See what happens if you attempt to approve of yourself. — Hay, Louise L.
• “I’ve told myself I can’t, which is the only reason I can’t dive right in and experience life.” However, I can’t help but wonder what would occur if I convinced myself that I could. —Lounsbrough, Craig D.
• “You may be the closest enemy ship.” —Lounsbrough, Craig D.
• “A person’s potential is sabotaged by self-doubt more than by all external constraints combined.” — Brian Tracy
• “I find it difficult to express myself because there are moments when it feels safer or easier not to.” —Jarvis Jeff
• “The fear of not being enough will sabotage our happiness and success more thoroughly than anything else.” — William Crawford
• “You are nearly always the main thing holding yourself back. Proceed there first. —Hunter Post
• “Being authentic is a lifetime privilege.” — Joseph Campbell
• “When we say we want something and then work to prevent it from happening, that is self-sabotage.” —Alyce Cornyn-Selby
• “You undermine yourself, somewhere, if you don’t trust in yourself.” —Day Jason
• “There is no doubt that our preferred method of self-sabotage is procrastination.” —Alyce Cornyn-Selby
• “Being self-destructive makes you your own worst enemy.” —Darien Gee
• “Life is full with suffering. May I treat myself with kindness right now. May I be kind to myself when I need it. —Kristin Neff
• “Simply treating ourselves with the same kindness that we would others gives us self-compassion.” —Christopher Germer
• “Talk to yourself like you would with a loved one.” —Brené Brown
• “How am I impeding my own progress?” —Hendricks, Gay
• “Withholding love from others is a form of self-sabotage because we are also withholding from ourselves what we withhold from others.” Williamson, Marianne
• You’ll get the same results if you follow the same habits. Better habits, though, can make everything feasible. — Clarence James
• It raises questions. All the amazing things we could have accomplished in life if we had only suspected we were capable of doing so. —Ann Patchett
• “Just think of how much more you could accomplish if you stopped undermining your own efforts.” —Seth Godin
• “The challenge lies not in being fearless, but in learning how to identify our fears and find ways to soothe them.” — Brady Maureen
• “Take a stand on your own.” —Ogunlaru Rasheed
• “Give up getting in your own way. Give up offering justifications. Give up explaining why you are unable to. Quit undermining yourself.—Akiroq Brost
• “Select your course of action and move forward. One moment at a time, one decision at a time. —Akiroq Brost
• “My greatest obstacles to achieving my greatest dreams are me.” —Lunsbrough, Craig D.
• “The greatest infirmities arise from psychological self-destruction, from inner demons that nag at you and refuse to go away.” —Zach Anner
• If you’re serious about achieving what you desire and deserve, you have to constantly ask yourself, “Is this an act of self-love or is it an act of self-sabotage?” The key to a successful, fulfilled life is self-love. — Debbie Ford

• “Most of my tragedies are tragedies that I create for myself without ever realizing that it’s me doing the creating.” —Lounsbrough, Craig D.
• The realization that my anxieties were only intended to bring me misery was extremely humbling. Realizing that I was the one with my finger firmly placed on the misery button was even more humiliating. However, it was amazing to learn that I could stop pressing the button as well. —Hendricks, Gay
• Every person possesses an internal thermostat that governs the amount of love, prosperity, and creativity they permit themselves to experience. We frequently take actions to undermine ourselves when we go beyond our inner thermostat, which leads us to retreat into the comfortable, known zone where we feel safe. —Hendricks, Gay
• It’s acceptable and natural to feel unmotivated at times as you mature. Don’t be hard on yourself if you’re having bad days. It’s normal to feel that way. Dee Waldeck
• “Until you stop, you won’t realize the full impact that thinking negative thoughts is having on your life.” Glassman, Charles F.
• “My kids need to see me save myself; they don’t need me to save them.” Glennon Doyle
• “You don’t seem messy. You live in a chaotic world and are a very emotional person. Glennon Doyle
• “Don’t let failure undermine your own greatness.” Terry McMillan
• “Your compassion is incomplete if it does not extend to yourself.” —Kirk Kornfield
• “We run the risk of destroying ourselves if we don’t learn to know ourselves.” —Jahannes, Ja A.
• “The greatest threat we face is self-doubt. Our fear prevents us from being great. ―Robin Sharma
• “This moment is all we have, and it is enormous.” —With Natalie Goldberg
• “Even though I do nothing to myself, I am the one who executes me.” John Donne
• “Stand tall and show courage! Not afraid. No superstition. Accept reality as it is! — Guru Vivekananda
• “Be mindful of yourself. We are constantly evolving. This is a fantastic chance. We can always start over and break free from our ideals and frozen selves. Natalie Goldberg
• “When you stop getting in your way, life is so much easier.” Kristin Barrow
• “Being modest does not mean having low self-esteem. It’s destructive to itself. Respecting your individuality is not the same as “egotism.” It’s an essential prerequisite for success and pleasure. Bobbe Sommer
• “What you know about yourself on the inside is a bigger source of self-esteem than what happens to you or what other people say on any given day.” Dr. Judy Ho says, “Every time you intentionally allow yourself to enjoy the money you have, the love you feel, and the creativity you are expressing in the world, your capacity expands in tiny increments. Your ability to express your creativity, feel love, and have financial wealth all grow with that capacity for delight. Hendricks, Gay
• “The greatest pleasure is realizing that you have realized your greatest dream; the greatest pain is realizing that you have not lived up to your own standards.” Tony Robbins
• “A single, easy step that can break the self-sabotaging spirit is to find beauty concealed in unpleasant situations.” ―Israelmore Ayivor
• “We must rise above our own small resistance, our own critical self-evaluation and self-destruction, our own “I’m not worthy” mentality.” —Pressfield, Steven
• “You are the only one who can bring you peace.” ―Emerson, Ralph Waldo
• “You can rise in your world if you can rise in your mind.” Matshona Dhliwayo
• “What significant emotions am I failing to acknowledge?” Hendricks, Gay
• “The battle we engage in in art is with the forces of self-sabotage that seek to prevent us from completing our work.” …Steven Pressfield
• “You can wreck everything with fear.Now stop this voice and go on living. Szymanski, Christine E.
• Negative thought spreads easily. Try your hardest not to let negativity consume you since it will keep you from reaching your full potential. Germany Kent
• Have the guts to trust your instincts and your emotions. They seem to already know what your true ambitions are. Steve Jobs
• “Everything we do can either represent self-love or self-sabotage.” Sharon Salzberg
• “We are challenged to change ourselves when we can no longer change a situation.” Viktor Frankl
• It is not unusual for someone to have a victim mindset on top of being a self-saboteur. They appear to be holding their own breath and then placing the blame for their incapacity to breathe on other people. Everything in their lives improves if they are able to escape this cycle. Steve Maraboli
• “Inner strength and self-confidence come from a calm mind.” The Dalai Lama
• “Having a clear backup plan is like inviting sabotage. When there’s a cozy option available, why not push through the slump, take the chance, and blow it all? People who succeed typically have little to lose and hardly ever have a fallback strategy. Seth Godin
• Self-sabotage might be likened to a hammer hitting us over the head, forcing us to wake up and take notice. For the majority of us, it takes a traumatic event to break us apart and allow our hearts to open. Debbie Ford
• “The source of peace is inside. Don’t look for it elsewhere. Gautama Siddhartha
• “I self-destruct because I’m afraid of what my fame could accomplish.” —Alanis Morissette
• “Why do we never give a compass much thought until we find ourselves lost in a wilderness we created ourselves?” —Lounsbrough, Craig D.
• “I am aware that I am restraining myself. I am aware that something has to change, and that I must take the initiative to make the change. Furthermore, I’m confident that you will be waiting for me when the towers have burned down if you are patient with me. —LaCour Nina

• Women self-destruct and self-sabotage in this way. We believe that we live our life via smoke and mirrors unless there are continual witnesses to our diligence. —Breathnach Sarah
• “We undermine the wonderful things in our lives because, in our hearts, we don’t think we deserve them.” —Taressa Riazzi
• “The very essence of our vitality is destroyed by self-abuse, which includes self-sabotage, lack of belief in ourselves, low self-esteem, judgments, criticisms, and demands for perfection.” Deborah Adele
• “Possibly the worst emotional illness known to humans is low self-esteem.” —Edward Ellis
• “Toxic emotions and events from our past can undermine us or keep us bound with the same old beliefs, routines, and regrets, which is why New Year’s resolutions generally fail.” — Debbie Ford
• It’s similar to feeding ourselves with chocolates to constantly feel the urge to evaluate oneself favorably. After a brief sugar high, we crash. —Kristin Neff
• “Exiting with chickens is self-defeating. They lie to you to make up an excuse for why you can’t get what you desire. —Vincent Ali
• The sad thing about far too many people is that they can’t just let happiness exist; they can’t let it alone. Happiness is incompatible with their self-concept and feeling of their destiny. So they are motivated to look for methods to undermine it. — Branden Nathaniel
• Self-sabotage resembles a mental tug-of-war game. The subconscious mind always prevails in this battle between the aware and subconscious minds. —Bo Bennett
• I wanted to be alone less than anything else, but everything I did made sure I would be alone. Insatiable need is a kind of sabotage, similar to approaching someone for a hug while wearing an explosives vest. —Barreca Gina
• “Verify that the thoughts you are having are guiding you toward the life you desire to lead.” —Medical Professional Judy Ho
• We sabotage ourselves most dangerously when we wait for the ideal opportunity to start. Nothing is flawless the first time around, or the first fifty times either. There is a learning curve for anything. The start is precisely that—a beginning. Give up trying to do it perfectly the first time. It isn’t achievable. Acquire the ability to learn. Get used to failing. Acquire the ability to learn from your mistakes. —Vironika Tugaleva
• “The process of self-resurrection frequently begins with self-destruction and self-sabotage.” —Ali Anderson
• “You should see the internal conflict you experience as a creative tension that will help you move forward rather than as a conflict.” — J. A. Williams, Jennifer
• “Treat yourself with kindness.” —Daniella Balarezo
• “Being pro is a state of mind…Regardless of the obstacles, he never gives up. —Pressfield, Steven
• “Identifying self-sabotaging behaviors is one of the first stages in treating them.” Jennifer Chain once said, “People can overcome anything when they are determined.” —Mandela Nelson
• “You are listening to yourself, so be careful what you say to yourself.” —With Lisa M. Hayes
• “I rebuilt my life on a solid foundation that I found at rock bottom.” ― Author J.K. Rowling
• “Almost all of our self-sabotaging behavior is caused by a lack of forgiveness.” —Michael Victor Hansen
• “There’s something very romantic about taking a hammer to your life and destroying it for yourself.” —Gerard Way
• “Verify that you’re not undermining something that could be extremely successful and beneficial.” —Alex Elle
• “Much more important than talent is the capacity to overcome resistance, self-sabotage, and self-doubt.” —Pressfield, Steven
• Negative thought spreads easily. Try your hardest not to let negativity consume you since it will keep you from reaching your full potential. Germany Kent
• “Being fearless does not equate to courage; courage is the ability to master fear.” Mark Twain
• “You control your thoughts, not external circumstances. When you acknowledge this, you’ll find resilience. Marcus Aurelius
• “Strength and confidence originate from within, yet I was constantly searching outside of myself for them. It is constantly present. Sigmund Freud
• “A calm mind is essential for good health because it fosters inner strength and self-confidence.” The Dalai Lama
• “An excuse is just a barrier that you put up for yourself.” CC Chapman
• “Our doubts from today are the only thing standing in the way of our realization of tomorrow.” Theodore Roosevelt
• “Have faith in what you are and yourself. Recognize that you possess a strength that surpasses all challenges.” – Larson, Christian D.
• “You are the one who determines your own value. You don’t need approval from others to be who you are.” – Beyoncé
• “Don’t let your fear of what could happen make nothing happen.” – Zantamata Doe
• “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” – Jordan Belfort
• “You underestimate your own abilities. No matter how difficult the road may seem, pick a goal that seems right for you and aim to be the best. Aim high. Act with integrity. Be ready to face failure and periods of solitude. Hold on! All your efforts are needed by the globe.” – E. O. Wilson
• “Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs
• “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
• “Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” – Roosevelt, Theodore
• “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Churchill, Winston
• “You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you.” – Brian Tracy
• “Avoid letting your anxieties control you. Follow your heart’s desires.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to continually fear that you will make one.” – Elbert Hubbard
• “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn
• “The only person who can stop you from being great is you. Remind yourself that you are sufficient.” – Unidentified
• “The only thing that stands between you and your dream is the will to try and the belief that it is actually possible.” – Joel Brown
• “The greatest obstacle you face is the mental one you create for yourself: Never allow your thoughts dissuade you from pursuing your goals or deceive you into giving up. Never let your thoughts stand in the way of your achievement. The rest will fall into place if you set your mind to it.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – Les Brown
• “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” – Jordan Belfort
• “You underestimate your own abilities. No matter how difficult the road may seem, pick a goal that seems right for you and aim to be the best. Aim high. Act with integrity. Be ready to face failure and periods of solitude. Hold on! All your efforts are needed by the globe.” – E. O. Wilson
• “Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs
• “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
• “Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” – Roosevelt, Theodore
• “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Churchill, Winston
• “You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you.” – Brian Tracy
• “Avoid letting your anxieties control you. Follow your heart’s desires.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “The greatest mistake you can make in life is to continually fear that you will make one.” – Elbert Hubbard
• “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn
• “The only person who can stop you from being great is you. Remind yourself that you are sufficient.” – Unidentified
• “The only thing that stands between you and your dream is the will to try and the belief that it is actually possible.” – Joel Brown
• “The greatest obstacle you face is the mental one you create for yourself: Never allow your thoughts dissuade you from pursuing your goals or deceive you into giving up. Never let your thoughts to stand in the way of your achievement. The rest will fall into place if you set your mind to it.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn
• “The only person who can stop you from being great is you. Remind yourself that you are sufficient.” – Unidentified
• Of course! The following motivational sayings can assist you in overcoming self-sabotage and realizing your greatest potential:
• “Have faith in what you are and yourself. Recognize that you possess a strength that surpasses all challenges.” – Larson, Christian D.
• “You are the one who determines your own value. You are not obligated to rely on the approval of others.” – Unidentified
• “Don’t let your fear of what could go wrong stop you from what could go right.” – Unidentified
• “The only limits in your life are the ones you create in your mind.” – Unidentified
• “You have incredible potential. Never allow self-doubt to stop you. – Unidentified
• “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Churchill, Winston
• “Stop being afraid of what could go wrong and start being excited about what could go right.” – Tony Robbins
• “Don’t let failure scare you. Fear not trying.” – Unidentified
• “You underestimate your strength. Have confidence in yourself and overcome the obstacles.” – Unidentified
• “The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.” – Unidentified
• “You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever comes your way.” – Brian Tracy
• “Act on your dreams and have faith in yourself. You have boundless potential.” – Unidentified
• “You have the capacity to excel. Don’t let anything stop you. – Unidentified
• The largest thing standing in your way is frequently self-doubt. Keep going on and have faith in yourself.” – Unidentified
• Accept failure as a necessary step toward achievement. Acknowledge your errors and move on. – Unidentified
• “All the love, prosperity, and happiness in the world are yours.” Never accept anything less.” – Unidentified
• “Your world is shaped by your thoughts. Select empowering, upbeat ideas, and observe how your life changes.” – Unidentified
• “Hold your future free from the mistakes of the past. There is a chance to start over every day.” – Unidentified
• “Have faith in yourself. You already possess all the knowledge and power you require.” – Unidentified
• “Have faith in the ability of your dreams. They might come to pass and become your reality.” – Unidentified
• Self-sabotage should not be allowed to stop you. You are deserving of every accomplishment and joy in the world.” – Unidentified
• You can accomplish anything you put your mind to. Take initiative and have faith in yourself.” – Unidentified
• “Don’t be scared to move beyond your zone of comfort. Growth and success take place there.” – Unidentified
• “Your past does not define who you are. You have a promising future ahead of you.” – Unidentified
• “No matter how tiny your improvement may be, acknowledge it. Your ambitions are closer with every step you take toward them.” – Unidentified
• “Every obstacle that you face can be overcome by you. Have faith in yourself and persevere.” – Unidentified
• “Stop allowing your negative self-talk to hinder you. Take its place with uplifting affirmations, and observe how your life changes.” – Unidentified
• “All the love, prosperity, and happiness in the world are yours to have. Never accept anything less.” – Unidentified
• “Have faith in your skills and know that you are headed in the correct direction. You have greatness in store.” – Unidentified
• “Leave great dreams unafraid. You have boundless potential.” – Unidentified
• “You underestimate your strength. Don’t allow self-doubt to make you less bright. Shine brightly and accept your authority.” – Unidentified
• Being flawless is not necessary for success. It involves making mistakes and picking up knowledge as you go. – Unidentified
• “You have the ability to be extremely successful. Have faith in your abilities and take the required actions to achieve your goals.” – Unidentified
• “Never allow fear to prevent you from going for your goals. See how far you can soar when you take that leap of faith.” – Unidentified
• “You possess the ability to design the life you want. Have confidence in yourself and act decisively.” – Unidentified
• “Avoid allowing self-sabotage to impede your advancement. Continue to go forward, be focused, and remain determined.” – Unidentified
• “Every achievement and happiness that comes your way is yours to deserve. Give it a warm welcome.” – Unidentified
• “Have faith in your skills and the process itself. Whatever you set your mind to, you can accomplish.” – Unidentified
• “Don’t allow self-doubt to hinder you. Any challenge that you face can be conquered by you.” – 
• “Don’t let the fear of striking out hold you back.” – Sweet Ruth
• “The only limit to our realization of tomorrow will be our doubts of today.” – President Franklin D. Roosevelt
• “Success is not the absence of failure; it’s the persistence through failure.” – Aisha Tyler
• “You underestimate your own abilities. Don’t let your personal convictions restrict you.” – Unidentified
• “Have faith in what you are and yourself. Recognize that you possess a strength that surpasses all challenges.” – Larson, Christian D.
• “The only thing standing between you and your goal is the story you keep telling yourself as to why you can’t achieve it.” – Jordan Belfort
• “You are the one who determines your own value. Keep your identity undefined by others.” – Unidentified
• “Stop waiting for the ideal opportunity. Seize the opportunity to make it flawless.” – Unidentified
• “You have incredible potential. Take initiative and have faith in yourself.” – Unidentified
• “The greatest barrier to success is the fear of failure.” – Erik Sven Goran
• “It’s okay to start afresh. This is an opportunity to create something better.” – Unidentified
• “You are never too old to set another goal or to dream a new dream.” – C.S. Lewis
• “Believe you can, and you’re halfway there.” – Roosevelt, Theodore
• “The only person you should try to be better than is the person you were yesterday.” – Unidentified
• “You have the capacity to excel. Never allow self-doubt to stop you. – Unidentified
• “Your time is limited, don’t waste it living someone else’s life.” – Steve Jobs
• “Success is not final, failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.” – Churchill, Winston
• “You have within you right now, everything you need to deal with whatever the world can throw at you.” – Brian Tracy
• “Avoid letting your anxieties control you. Follow your heart’s desires.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “The greatest obstacle you face is the mental one you create for yourself: Never allow your thoughts dissuade you from pursuing your goals or deceive you into giving up. Never let your thoughts stand in the way of your achievement. The rest will fall into place if you set your mind to it.” – Bennett, Roy T.
• “Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change.” – Jim Rohn
• “The only person who can stop you from being great is you. Remind yourself that you are sufficient.” – Unidentified
• “The only thing that stands between you and your dream is the will to try and the belief that it is actually possible.” – Joel Brown
• “Your future shouldn’t be dictated by your past mistakes. Use them to pave the way for success.” – 
• You can accomplish anything you put your mind to. Take initiative and have faith in yourself.” – Unidentified
• Self-sabotage should not be allowed to stop you. You are deserving of every accomplishment and joy in the world.” – 
• “Have faith in the ability of your dreams. They might come to pass and become your reality.” – Unidentified
• “You underestimate your strength. Have confidence in yourself and overcome the obstacles.” – Unidentified
• Being flawless is not necessary for success. It involves making mistakes and picking up knowledge as you go. – Unidentified
• “Any hurdle may be conquered by you. Never quit up and have confidence in yourself.” – Unidentified 

Stepping Away From Yourself

You are in control of your emotions, ideas, and behavior. It is within your power to transform these self-defeating habits that prevent you from becoming the person you want to be and accomplishing the goals that matter most to you. I’m not attempting to suggest that it’s simple—I know it ain’t. That being said, we must all keep in mind that it is possible.

The best course of action is to change course as soon as you notice the first indication of self-destructive conduct. Stop those pessimistic ideas before they have a chance to actually take hold and ruin everything. Make smarter decisions regarding the beliefs you hold about your capabilities and yourself. One way to do this is to let go of outdated notions about your potential that you may have heard from others or yourself. Recognize the sources of those stories and consider the reasons behind your continued belief in them. Doing the necessary work to let those tales go is nothing to be afraid of.

Regaining Control of Your Life

You know if this is true for you or not. The old things could have had a use in the past, but now they’re holding you back. If so, express your gratitude, let it go, and move on toward realizing your full potential.

You’re capable of this. Now go on and produce something amazing! 

also read: SELF DOUBT QUOTES