Life and business, especially as entrepreneurs, can be full of challenges that get in our way and prevent us from achieving our goals and dreams. But you don't have to see challenges as limiting obstacles. You can see obstacles as opportunities. It's a matter of choosing your thoughts and perceptions of the challenges. Common challenges that are often viewed as obstacles In order to view obstacles as opportunities, you first have to identify the challenges your brain believes are obstacles. Because of negativity bias, our brains are 2/3 more likely to look for the negative in every circumstance or experience. Changing your perception and seeing obstacles as opportunities is key to discovering joy, and living peacefully with purpose. Use these scripture verses as mantras when feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or stressed about challenges in your life and business Philippians 4:13 "I can do anything through Him who gives me strength." Jeremiah 29:11 "For I know the plans I have for you, says the Lord, plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Read the full show notes and access all links. To get started with the 5 Cs of journaling method, be sure to download my free eBook on Alleviating Anxiety by Developing Healthy Habits for a Healthy Mind.
