We all have great talents and amazing natural endowments, but often very few people reach their full potential. Everyone wants to become the best and excel in many areas of life. But in reality, its only a small number that actually make it. So have you ever wondered why you find it difficult - even impossible - to tap into your abilities and use them to the full? There could be many reasons responsible for this self-limitation, but this article briefly looks at 3 habits that have hindered too many people from getting to where they want to be. Here they are:

1. The Comfort zone mindset: Many people are very comfortable with business as usual. They are too afraid to take risks and explore fresh challenges. They do not want to get outside where life is so unpredictable. While playing safe might look ideal, its actually a limitation. Always enjoying the comfort zone makes you blind to opportunities for success. The comfort zone is like a mini-prison that pushes you back even when you could excel elsewhere. So the bottom line is: Do not always enjoy your comfort zone. DO not be afraid to explore new challenges and operate in a new environment. Actually, somewhere else could be more comfortable than your comfort zone. You only discover it when you step out.

2. Procrastination: Another bad habit very closely tied to the comfort zone. People that are afraid to face new challenges and get stuff done are more likely to put things off. They do not want to do what they are not familiar with. They are afraid to tackle new jobs, situations or conditions. Procrastination is dangerous because you miss opportunities to do things when they should be done. Sometimes, you never get things done at all. Instead of putting it off, break down a huge work into smaller tasks and set the time to get each task done. When you get stuff done quickly, you grow in your skills and abilities. You even enhance chances of reaching your full potential.

3. Self-doubt: A very powerful weapon that kills dreams, self-doubt puts you in a perpetual lock-down. You are just convinced you cant do it. This and that are beyond you. Maybe someone else can do it, not you. The result? you quit before you started. Instead of self-doubt, develop self-confidence. Believe in yourself and your abilities to overcome any challenges. Picking an example from the bible, Peter once believed he could walk on water like Jesus and he did it until doubts and fear started to creep in. He became afraid and doubted himself when he looked at the waves instead of focusing on Jesus. The result? He began to sink. Many people today have already drowned because of self-doubt, but fortunately like eter, you can rescue your self and reach your full potential if you start believing.

Conclusion

Reaching your full potential is a product of several factors and the 3 habits listed above could be holding you back. Why not think seriously about them and research other things that can help you achieve full potential. The truth is that reaching your full potential is possible only with the right mindset, efforts, determination and other good habits. You can reach your full potential - you should!

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