Introducing Claude

Claude is my saboteur. I introduce him often to my clients as we all have a Claude - the little voice in our heads.

A saboteur refers to the inner critic or negative voice within us that holds us back from reaching our full potential. It's the voice that tells us we're not good enough, that we'll fail, or that we don't deserve success. It is the little voice that wants to keep us playing small and weak versus stepping into our power.

Overcoming or I often call - "parking" the saboteur with thier stories is essential for personal and professional growth.

Here are a few strategies you can try the next time your saboteur wants to play with your reality:

• Awareness: Start by becoming aware of the negative thoughts and stories that the saboteur tells you. Recognize when it's trying to hold you back or create self-doubt.
• Challenge the stories: Once you know the stories, question their validity. Ask yourself - Do I know this to be true? Is there any evidence to support these negative beliefs. You'll often find that they are based on fear, not reality.
• Reframe and reframe again: Replace the negative stories with positive and empowering ones. Focus on your strengths, accomplishments, and the progress you've made. Remind yourself of your capabilities and growth potential.
• Surround yourself with support: Seek out a supportive community or network of like-minded individuals who can provide encouragement and help you challenge your saboteur's stories. Surrounding yourself with positive influences can make a significant difference.
• Practice self-compassion: Be kind to yourself and practice self-compassion. Understand that everyone faces challenges and setbacks, and it's okay to make mistakes. Treat yourself with the kindness and understanding you would offer a friend.
• Take action: The best way to overcome your saboteur is to take action despite the negative thoughts and stories. Start small, set achievable goals, and celebrate your progress. Taking action will build confidence and prove to yourself that you can succeedParking your saboteur is an ongoing process. It takes time and practice to become aware of and to rewire our thinking patterns. Be patient with yourself and keep pushing forward. You can park your sabateur and overcome the stories and create the life and business you desire.

Full transparency - and you may already know this... I park Claude multiple times a day. He wants to play all the time. AND I choose to say no to him and to tell him to go sit in the corner.

Know that your saboteur plays multiple times a day too - leads back to being self aware of the stories he/she is telling you. Challenge them and step into your power.