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How can meditation help you overcome self-doubt?

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Self-doubt is a common and normal feeling that can affect anyone, regardless of their achievements, skills, or confidence. It can make you question your abilities, decisions, and worth, and hold you back from pursuing your goals and dreams. However, self-doubt is not a permanent or fixed state of mind. You can overcome it by cultivating a more positive and realistic self-image, and one of the most effective ways to do that is through meditation.

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1 What is meditation?

Meditation is a practice of focusing your attention on a chosen object, thought, or sensation, such as your breath, a mantra, or a sound. It can help you calm your mind, relax your body, and enhance your awareness of the present moment. Meditation can also help you develop mindfulness, which is the ability to observe your thoughts and feelings without judging or reacting to them. Mindfulness can help you recognize and challenge the negative and distorted beliefs that fuel your self-doubt.

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Berna Merih, FCPC, ACC

? Change agent supporting professionals discover their path to influence and impact through vision, clarity, inspiration, and focus ? Transformational Leadership Coach ? Career Transition Partner ? Finance Executive
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Meditation is a bridge we intentionally build to connect with our own consciousness. Our busy schedules, distractions, technology, and many other daily activities fill up our lives in such a way that we forget “who we are.” With that, we concentrate on what others do and feel miserable. Meditation is a great get-away to be able to see our own inner world.

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Richa Rana

Astrologist @ Good Karma Astrology I Writer & Poet @ The Dignified Soul I Ex-Banking (IT)
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Meditation gives us a golden opportunity to convert our thoughts of Self-Doubt and Self-Shame into thoughts of Self-Motivation and Self-Power. As we go within and sit in silence with our thoughts, this calm Self-Reflection reveals to us both our strengths and weaknesses. With practice we learn not just to observe our thoughts and to slow them down, but also to create new elevated, powerful thoughts. In the trance like theta state where we have access to our sub-conscious mind we can consciously create thoughts of motivation, of change and of power and plant them as seeds deep in our sub conscious. The more we water these seeds in our meditation practice the more chances of success we will have in creating a new powerful dynamic Self-Image.

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2 How does meditation help you overcome self-doubt?

Meditation can help you overcome self-doubt in several ways. First, it can reduce your stress and anxiety, which are often linked to low self-esteem and insecurity. By lowering your cortisol levels and activating your parasympathetic nervous system, meditation can make you feel more calm, balanced, and resilient in the face of challenges. Second, meditation can increase your self-compassion, which is the ability to treat yourself with kindness, understanding, and forgiveness. By cultivating a more supportive and friendly attitude towards yourself, you can reduce your self-criticism and boost your self-confidence. Third, meditation can improve your cognitive and emotional skills, such as attention, memory, creativity, and empathy. By enhancing your mental and social abilities, you can perform better in various tasks and situations, and feel more competent and valued.

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Tony Nader, MD, PhD

Medical doctor, global expert on Consciousness, NYT best selling author, Consciousness Is All There Is, Podcast, CEO Transcendental Meditation
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More and more, wherever I go, I meet high-performance, creative people who are finding the tested and proven technology of Transcendental Meditation to be an indispensable part of their toolkit for success and confidence. TM has long been known as the mostly widely practiced and scientifically validated form of meditation, because it's profoundly effective and so easy to practice. The technique has created its own success. As soon as individuals begin the practice of Transcendental Meditation, they begin to experience increased creativity, sharper focus, greater alertness, as well as heightened compassion, happiness, and confidence. It's empowering for any person to be able to help themselves find their own inner strength and talent.

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Berna Merih, FCPC, ACC

? Change agent supporting professionals discover their path to influence and impact through vision, clarity, inspiration, and focus ? Transformational Leadership Coach ? Career Transition Partner ? Finance Executive
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When we create the time to meditate, we give ourselves the gift of seeing our inner world. Meditation is a space where we choose to hear our intentions, motivations, and seek answers to questions we need to solve. When we create a space to meditate, it increases self awareness. When we are aware of our accomplishments, strengths, and successes, the dark clouds of self-doubt fades away. Meditation is just one of the methods to improve our self-awareness. When we are self aware, we also approach everything with self-compassion.

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3 How to start meditating?

If you are new to meditation, it may seem intimidating or complicated, but it doesn't have to be! You can start with a simple and short practice that fits your level and preference. To begin, find a comfortable and quiet place without any disruptions. Sit or lie down in a relaxed posture, with your spine straight and shoulders relaxed. Close your eyes or lower your gaze, and take a few deep breaths to settle your mind and body. Select a focus for your meditation like your breath, a word, a sound, or a sensation. Bring your attention to this focus and keep it there as much as possible. If your mind wanders, which is normal, simply notice it and return to the focus without judgment. You can do this for as long as you wish; start with 5-10 minutes and gradually increase the duration as you become more comfortable. When you are ready to end the meditation, slowly open your eyes and take a moment to notice how you feel.

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Berna Merih, FCPC, ACC

? Change agent supporting professionals discover their path to influence and impact through vision, clarity, inspiration, and focus ? Transformational Leadership Coach ? Career Transition Partner ? Finance Executive
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It is important to create a habit for meditation; however, I recommend to start gradually. Take it easy in the beginning. Do not tear yourself apart. When you feel stressed, you can just close your eyes and start breathing. Concentrating on your breath for 5 minutes is a nice meditation technique for beginners. If you have time to walk during the day or as a refreshing activity, you can listen to guided meditations in the meantime. You will feel grounded with the meditation and energized with being outside and walking. Find what works for you. Think simple. You will be happier!

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4 How to make meditation a habit?

Consistency is a key factor for overcoming self-doubt, and meditation can be an effective tool to reap its benefits. However, establishing a regular meditation habit can be difficult if you have a busy schedule, distractions, or resistance. Here are some tips to help make meditation a habit: set a specific time and place for your practice, use a reminder or an alarm to prompt you, start with a small goal and gradually increase it, track your progress and reward yourself for achievements, and find a support system or community to encourage you and hold you accountable. You can join a meditation class, group, or online platform, or find someone who can meditate with you.

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5 How to deal with challenges and obstacles?

Meditation is not a quick fix for self-doubt, but a skill that demands practice, patience, and dedication. You may experience obstacles and challenges that make you feel discouraged or hopeless. If you lack time, prioritize meditation as a part of your self-care routine and find ways to fit it into your schedule. If you lack motivation, remind yourself of the reasons and benefits of your practice or use positive affirmations to boost your enthusiasm. If you don't see results, be patient with yourself and remember that meditation is a process of learning and growth. Notice the subtle changes in your mood, behavior, and attitude to measure progress instead of expecting dramatic results.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

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