Here are five simple steps that can help you transform a limiting belief into one that serves you and helps you move forward:

1. Do a self-assessment. You must first become aware of what the operating belief is. Looking at your behavior, imagine there is a program behind the scenes, and because that program is running, it is causing the current behavior. What might that program be? If you had to state it in a sentence, how would you complete this: “A part of me believes that I/they/this situation is ____? Then, you can decide whether they want to continue to embrace it or let it go. For example, Sue was feeling frustrated with her work as a customer service representative for a software company. Her self-assessment included noticing, throughout the day, which aspects of her job upset her most. She realized that the central issue was she believed she had no control over the situations she would encounter with customers—especially their emotional state—and not knowing whether she could successfully resolve their problems. (And she even felt lack of control over whether she could change jobs if this could not be resolved!)

2. Define the desired state. Next, describe how you want it to be. What would an ideal situation look and feel like? Can you imagine it, using all of your senses? Maybe for Sue, it’s a belief that “I choose to bring my best self to every situation I encounter, and to make the changes I need to make.” Sue has several choices here, though she may not realize it. She can explore changing jobs, either within her company (e.g., to another department) or to another company. If she does not know what other jobs would suit her, she could work with a career coach to find out. A second choice would be to change her attitude and approach to her existing job. Instead of insisting on controlling each day’s activities and exchanges, she could learn to find motivation in being challenged and delighted by each day’s varied experiences. This may change the way she has viewed herself in the past, and in fact may affect other experiences in her life, too.

3. Set goals and taking action to achieve them. After setting goals, you need to then start taking action in ways that are consistent with your new belief. If Sue chose to seek a new job, for example, her goals would include identifying her job targets, updating her resume, reactivating her network of contacts, and planning and implementing a job search.

4. Repeat new motivation/behavior.  For a new habit, idea, or motivation to be fully integrated at the subconscious level, it must be consciously repeated for at least twenty-one consecutive days. If it is replacing a deep, long-standing belief, it will take longer! In the case of seeking a new job, a powerful repetition technique is to write out a description of the desired work situation each night before going to bed. That allows the subconscious to work on the idea throughout the night and enhances the results obtained from job search activities. It should include more than the facts of the desired situation; it should also describe the excitement and other emotions—so that they are palpable!—to be most powerful.

5. Find interpersonal and situational support. As change begins to take shape, you will need to surround yourself with people who will give you positive feedback and support in implementing the desired state or situation. These situational supports may include a coach, a weekly “success team” in which to celebrate victories and provide support during disappointments, or a support group organized around a common situation (e.g., people in job transition, new business owners, etc.). Sue might also participate in a job seekers’ networking group to support her job change efforts. These sorts of activities work together to create a positive feedback loop, which can continually reinforce the motivation people like Sue desire!

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You know you’re here for greatness – so what has been holding you back? What is the key to unlock the door to all you are meant to be?

This Thurs., Feb. 21, I’m going to share with you something that will rock your world!

You see, at the level of your DNA – in every cell of your being – there is a Success Code which, when activated, changes EVERYTHING in your reality! You earn more money, deepen your relationships, improve your health and feel truly joyful in your life.

On this complimentary training call, you will learn:

• The #1 reason most people fail to fulfill their life purpose – and how to get out of that trap now
• The 3 components of your Success Code and how to discover them
• 6 steps to fully activating your Success Code so you can start living it now
• How to tap into 2, 3 or more times the income you are now making, with a few simple practices
• How to easily access the inside-out secrets to true success and fulfillment – without having to go “woo woo” if you don’t want to!
• And much more!

At least three participants will get LIVE readings on the call that will reveal their Success Code – and/or clear the blocks to its activation and fulfillment. Will one of them be you?

Join our free training program now and hear (or participate yourself) live readings that will illuminate the way for your greatness, your happiness, and your divine purpose to be fulfilled. This is a ONE-TIME call – so clear your schedule and be here live, ok? www.marciabench.com/successcodecall.html

After a while though – whether it’s months or years – you may find yourself feeling a bit stale or stagnant…it doesn’t quite excite you as much as it once did.

Businesses go through stages of growth and development, just like people do. And what energized and thrilled you two years ago may be “old hat” now – you are ready for something new!

When you sense the passion fading, here are three questions to ask yourself to re-ignite your passion:

1. Have I lost my passion for this industry or type of business entirely, or just for one aspect of it? (And if just one aspect, which one?)

2. When did I first notice my passion fading? Was there a pivotal event that I am just not reacting to?

3. What is my heart and soul calling me to embrace now (even if it feels scary to consider)?

Your growing edge is where you feel the most excited – and the most scared – at the same time. And growth can be scary!

Remember, energy never stands still, it always moves. So if you’re not living, you’re dying. Where are you on your journey? Is it time for some fresh energy – perhaps to start a new project or to let go of something (or someone) that no longer serves you?

I wish you love, passion and joy in your life AND your work!

And if you’re not sure what steps to take next or exactly what your gifts are, take advantage of our “Sweetheart Special” on Personal Soul Blueprint Numerology Readings – $200 off this month at www.marciabench.com/readings.html

His destiny number (3) means his focus will be on communication, creative expression, and connecting with people in a powerful way…and since each of his names total 7, it will be applied in something groundbreaking which will require research and analysis. (Does the personal computer do that or what?)

Finally, his company, Microsoft, has the vibration of 1, which whether chosen consciously or not, is all about leadership – and it’s been the number 1 company in the personal computing field for years (decades actually)! And it was the perfect vehicle through which to express his gifts

Your company also has a vibration…and unless you both understand it and align your own energy, life path and destiny with it, you will struggle!

Steve Jobs came into his life with the Life Path of a 1 AND the destiny of 1 (leadership), but his company, Apple, did not have the same vibration…it was a 5, which is about change, transformation, and adapting to new circumstances. It’s certainly had its ups and downs over the years!

If this fascinates you as much as it does me, I invite you to learn more in my FR_EE information call next Wed., Feb. 13 entitled “Discover How You Can Use the Ancient Tools of Numerology to Help Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Owners Thrive in Their Business.” You’ll get more insights into how numerology works, the business and career possibilities in using it, and how you could become a Certified Business Numerologist in just a few weeks and share this amazing information with your clients (even if you don’t have a business yet).

Get the details and reserve your space at www.businessnumerologist.com – and do set aside the time to attend live if you can! There will be spec_ial time-sensitive information just for those on the live call…and it’s scheduled earlier in the day so you can join even if you live in Europe or Asia!

Talk to you then,

Marcia

If so, then I warmly invite you to attend the FREE information call next Wed. Feb. 13 entitled “Discover How You Can Learn to Use the Ancient Tools of Numerology to Help Entrepreneurs, Leaders and Owners Thrive in Their Business – as a Certified Business Numerologist.”

After training and certifying coaches for more than 13 years, I believe this NEW program will be the most powerful yet…and YOU can be part of it whether you know anything about numerology or not!

Join me here for a free call and to learn more: www.businessnumerologist.com

I look forward to meeting you then!

Marcia