Can You Discover Your Hidden Beliefs?
Cashman says that we must bring those hidden beliefs into the light for us to lead at our best. He suggests seven clues that can bring these shadow beliefs to light.
- If other people often give us feedback inconsistent with how we see ourselves, a shadow belief is present.
- When we feel stuck or blocked and at a loss about what to do next, a shadow belief is holding us back.
- If strengths become counterproductive a shadow belief may be behind it.
- When are are not open to new information, new learning, or other people’s views, a shadow belief is limiting us.
- If we react to circumstances with emotional responses disproportionate to the situation, it may point to a shadow belief.
- When we find ourselves forcefully reacting to the limitations of others in a critical, judgemental way, we are often projecting our shadow belief upon others.
- If we often experience pain, trauma, or discomfort in our body, a shadow belief may be trying to rise to the surface.
As I’ve faced my shadow beliefs, I’ve experienced greater peace in my life and become a more productive leader.
How about you? What hidden beliefs might be dogging your leadership?
This article on hidden beliefs originally appeared here, and is used by permission.
