Are you experiencing a crossroads in life and completely undecided as to what to do? Whether you’re just starting out or want to redirect your career path, it can be challenging to find clarity. We all want to make the best decisions for ourselves and pressure can come from many different angles. The uncertainty itself can make it overwhelming to make a decision, letting fear and emotions cloud your judgment. Uncertainty is part of being human. It’s impossible to know how everything will unfold. No matter what stage of life you’re in or the hurdles that need to be crossed, we all have talents, gifts, priorities, beliefs, intuition, goals and a purpose. Getting really clear about these topics is an essential piece to the puzzle.
5 tips to help you become clearer about your career path:
- Accepting the uncertainty is a helpful way to initially reduce anxiety and stress
- Focus on the things you do know and can control
- We all have an inner compass or inner knowing called Intuition that helps us decide what feels positive or negative for our life, but it’s important to listen
- Connect with helpful people and resources to lead you in the right direction
- Uncovering limiting beliefs and negative thoughts about yourself and what you want to pursue
Limiting beliefs and negative self-talk create fear and self doubt, keeping you in your comfort zone and preventing you from pursuing your dreams.
Having self awareness and unpacking these beliefs is a crucial part to clearing the path and creating the life you deserve. Pay attention to what you’re saying, thinking and believing.
Examples of Limiting Beliefs:
- “I’m not smart enough to do that”
- “What will other people think if I do that?”
- “I’m not good enough (at talent/gift) to do that”
- “I’m too old…”
- “I’m too young…”
- “I don’t have enough experience”
10 Journal Prompts To Help You Find The Right Career Path:
- What are your passions/interests? (If you have many, try getting creative and create something that’s unique for you)
- What are your skills, talents and expertise?
- What are your goals?
- What steps can you take toward your goals?
- What are your priorities?
- What don’t you want?
- When you envision yourself working, what do you see? Write down all the details, from what you’re wearing to where you’re working, time of day, etc.
- What is your ultimate vision for your life?
- What is holding you back from pursuing the career you dream of?
- What are your limiting beliefs about yourself and your career?
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Starting or changing your career is a big deal and it’s understandable to feel pressure, overwhelm, uncertainty, stress or anxiety. The flip side of the stress of uncertainty is the mystery and excitement of starting something new. Try focusing on these aspects too! Using the tools and tips above can really help you gain clarity about what you want and how to achieve your goals. When you’re clear with your goals and intentions and put yourself out there, positive things can come into your life without it needing to be so stressful. Best of luck in finding the right career path!
“Pay attention to what makes you feel energized, connected, and stimulated. Follow your intuition, do what you love, and you will do more than succeed. You will soar.” -Oprah
