How to Change Your View E-Book

Amanpreet Kaur

• Herausgeber: Inkwell Press
• Kategorie: Ratgeber
• Sprache: Englisch

Seitenzahl: 75

Veröffentlichungsjahr: 2025

Beschreibung

What if the only thing standing between you and the life you dream of—is the way you think?

In How to Change Your View, you'll discover the hidden patterns of thought that quietly hold you back—and how to break free from them. This quick, powerful read is your personal guide to shifting your mindset, building unshakable confidence, and finally moving beyond fear, doubt, and self-sabotage.

Whether you’re stuck in negative thinking, afraid to fail, or struggling to stay consistent, this book will show you how to:

Identify and overcome invisible mental blocks

Redefine failure as fuel for growth

Replace toxic thoughts with empowering beliefs

Set realistic goals and take bold, consistent action

Build a daily routine for mental clarity and resilience

Surround yourself with people and energy that support your vision

With real-life examples, practical tools, and a 7-day mindset challenge to kickstart your transformation, this book gives you the clarity and courage to start living on purpose—today.

Change your view, and everything else begins to change.

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Amanpreet Kaur

How to Change Your View

Break Mental Barriers, Build Confidence, and Create the Life You Want

First published by Inkwell Press 2025

Copyright © 2025 by Amanpreet Kaur

All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise without written permission from the publisher. It is illegal to copy this book, post it to a website, or distribute it by any other means without permission.

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Contents

Chapter 1: What’s Holding You Back?

Chapter 2: Rethink Failure—Redefine Success

Chapter 3: Shift from Negative to Constructive Thinking

Chapter 4: Dream Big—but Start Real

Chapter 5: Confidence is a Choice

Chapter 6: Build a Thought Discipline Routine

Chapter 7: Bounce Back Like a Pro

Chapter 8: Surround Yourself With the Right Energy

Chapter 9: Take Smart, Consistent Action

Chapter 10: Live the Dream—Daily

Final Chapter: Your New View Starts Now

Chapter 1: What’s Holding You Back?

You want to move forward—start that project, change careers, or build stronger relationships—but something stops you. It’s not always a lack of time, money, or skills. Often, it’s something deeper, something you can’t quite name. These are your invisible mental barriers, the thoughts and beliefs that quietly hold you back. Recognizing them is the first step to breaking free.

Identifying Invisible Mental Barriers

Mental barriers are like walls you don’t see but keep running into. They’re the thoughts that make you hesitate, procrastinate, or avoid taking action. Maybe it’s the belief that you’re not ready, not smart enough, or not deserving of success. These barriers are invisible because they’re so ingrained you might not even notice them. They feel like truth, not obstacles.

Start by paying attention to moments when you pull back. Say you want to apply for a new job, but you don’t. Why? Maybe you think, “I don’t have enough experience,” or “They’ll never pick me.” These thoughts aren’t facts—they’re barriers. They’re assumptions you’ve accepted without questioning. To spot them, ask yourself: What do I tell myself when I avoid taking a step? Write down those thoughts. Seeing them on paper makes them less powerful and easier to challenge.

Another way to identify barriers is to notice patterns. Do you always avoid certain tasks? Do you shy away from opportunities that feel “too big”? For example, someone might avoid pitching ideas at work because they think, “No one will take me seriously.” That thought is a barrier, not a truth. Once you name it, you can start dismantling it.

Fear of Failure vs. Fear of Success

Fear of failure is easy to understand. You don’t want to mess up, look foolish, or lose something valuable. It’s why you might skip a challenging project or avoid asking for a raise. The thought of failing feels like a threat, so you stay in your comfort zone. But fear of failure isn’t the only thing holding you back. Fear of success can be just as paralyzing.

Fear of success sounds strange, but it’s real. Success often brings change—new responsibilities, higher expectations, or attention you might not want. What if you succeed and can’t handle the pressure? What if people expect more than you can deliver? These fears can make you sabotage your own progress. For instance, someone might turn down a promotion because they’re afraid of the spotlight or worry they’ll fail under the new demands.

Here’s how to tell the difference:

Fear of failure: You avoid action because you’re scared of making mistakes or losing something. Example: Not starting a side business because you might lose money.Fear of success: You avoid action because you’re scared of what success might bring—change, pressure, or judgment. Example: Not pursuing a passion project because you’re afraid it’ll take over your life.

Both fears keep you stuck. To move past them, acknowledge what you’re afraid of. If it’s failure, remind yourself that mistakes are part of growth. If it’s success, ask what’s really scaring you about the change. Often, naming the fear takes away its power.

The Role of Self-Doubt and Limiting Beliefs

Self-doubt is the voice that says, “You’re not good enough.” Limiting beliefs are the rules you’ve set for yourself, like “I’m not creative” or “I’m too old to start over.” Together, they act like anchors, weighing you down before you even try. They’re not based on evidence—they’re stories you’ve told yourself so often they feel true.

Imagine someone who wants to learn a new skill, like coding. They think, “I’m not a tech person,” and never try. That belief isn’t based on fact—it’s a assumption they’ve accepted. Meanwhile, someone with no experience but a belief that they can learn will dive in, struggle, and eventually improve. The difference isn’t ability—it’s mindset.

To challenge self-doubt and limiting beliefs:

Question their truth: Is it really true that you’re “not good” at something? Have you tested that belief, or are you assuming it’s fact?Look for counterevidence: Think of times you’ve succeeded, even in small ways. If you believe you’re “bad with people,” recall a time you connected with someone. Build on those moments.Replace the belief: Swap “I can’t do this” with “I’m learning how to do this.” It’s a small shift that opens the door to action.

Self-doubt doesn’t vanish overnight, but questioning it weakens its grip. Every step you take proves it wrong.

Recognizing Excuses and Mental Sabotage

Excuses are how your mind protects you from discomfort. They sound reasonable—“I don’t have time” or “I’ll do it when I’m ready”—but they’re often disguises for fear or doubt. Mental sabotage is when you undermine your own progress, like procrastinating on a goal or overthinking until you give up.

For example, someone might say, “I’ll start my business when I have more savings.” That sounds practical, but if they keep moving the goalpost—needing more money, more skills, more time—it’s an excuse. The real issue might be fear of failing or not feeling ready. Recognizing this helps you see what’s really stopping you.

To spot excuses and sabotage:

Listen to your reasons: When you delay action, what do you tell yourself? “I’m too busy” or “It’s not the right time” are common culprits.Check for patterns: Do you always find a reason to wait? If so, the problem isn’t the reason—it’s the habit of avoiding.Test the excuse: If you say you don’t have time, track how you spend your day. Could you find 30 minutes? If you say you’re not ready, what’s one small step you could take anyway?

Once you see an excuse for what it is, you can act despite it. Start small—send one email, write one paragraph, take one class. Action exposes excuses as less powerful than they seem.

Learning from Past Setbacks Without Being Defined by Them

Setbacks are part of life. A failed project, a rejected application, or a broken relationship can feel like proof you’re not cut out for success. But setbacks only define you if you let them. The key is to learn from them without letting them become your identity.

Consider someone who tried starting a blog but gave up when it didn’t get traction. They might think, “I’m a failure at writing.” That’s letting the setback define them. Instead, they could ask: What went wrong? Maybe they didn’t promote it enough or needed to refine their style. By focusing on lessons, they turn the setback into a stepping stone.

Here’s how to learn from setbacks:

Analyze, don’t dwell: Look at what happened objectively. What worked? What didn’t? What can you do differently?Separate yourself from the outcome: A failed project doesn’t mean you’re a failure. It means that one attempt didn’t work.Use setbacks as data: Every setback teaches you something. A job rejection might show you need to tweak your resume. A failed pitch might mean you need clearer communication.Take one step forward: After a setback, do something small to rebuild momentum. If a business idea flopped, research a new approach or try a different angle.

Someone who faced a major setback—say, a business that didn’t take off—might feel crushed. But instead of giving up, they could analyze what went wrong (poor marketing, wrong audience) and start a new venture with those lessons. Over time, they build something better because they didn’t let the past define their future.

Your past doesn’t have to be a blueprint for what’s possible. It’s a source of information, not a cage. By identifying your mental barriers, questioning your fears, challenging self-doubt, recognizing excuses, and learning from setbacks, you can start dismantling what’s holding you back. Each step forward proves you’re not stuck—you’re just getting started.

Chapter 2: Rethink Failure—Redefine Success