Why Is It Bad To Make Excuses?
Why Is It Bad To Make Excuses?
Most of us have used excuses or heard other people use excuses to justify their inaction or undesired actions or behavior. It is not good to make excuses a habit. Why is it bad to make excuses?
It is bad to habitually make excuses because it prevents us from trying new things in life, moving forward, and being accountable for the impact of our actions and behavior on ourselves and others.
It also impedes our learning and growth and keeps us from taking the responsibility to create a meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling life of our dreams.
We often make excuses because we feel hopeless because we believe life is happening to us. It causes us to feel like a victim and experience stress, anxiety which then affects our self-esteem and image negatively.
Next, let’s discuss how to shatter common excuses that most people use so that you can live the life of your dreams.
10 Excuses To Shatter And Live Your Dream Life
You were born with a purpose. A mission that only you can fulfill. However, right now, something is stopping you, and it is not outside the circumstances. It is the lies, the excuses, the limiting beliefs that have been programmed into you.
No more waiting, no more playing small. It is time to step into the life you were meant to live. Here are 10 ways to shatter your excuses so that you can live your dream life.
I Am Not Good Enough
This is the root of all self-sabotage. The truth? You were born worthy and enough. The wisdom that you need to fulfill your purpose has been placed within you.
Your power and answers are within you, and your soul knows exactly why you are here and how to fulfill your purpose.
I should always follow your essence which are the aspects and qualities of your soul, like love, joy, peace, abundance, purity, power, wise. Always remember that nothing negative should follow I am.
I Do Not Have Enough Time
You make time for what matters. The truth? You have exactly the time you decide to use. You spend your time doing what you consider a priority.
Know that for you to fulfill your purpose, mission, and vision of your life, you have to dedicate the time required to discover what that purpose is, develop yourself for it, and then fulfill it.
Fulfillment of your purpose is the only way to have a happy and meaningful dream life.
I Need More Money To Start
Abundance follows action, not the other way around. Start from wherever you are, trust, and take that first step, even if you feel fear. The next steps will only be revealed after you show trust and take the first step.
Start by setting an intention to serve every day. Serve whoever is in front of you with whatever natural talent and wisdom you have based on your gifts and experience, and challenges that you have overcome in life, and opportunities, abundance, and prosperity will follow.
I Am Too Old/It’s Too Late
Your purpose has no expiration date. You are perfectly positioned to serve the people who will resonate with your message and are meant to be served by you. If you are breathing, then it is not too late for you to serve somebody.
As long as you are alive, you are here to serve, and you must serve because if it was no longer the case, you would not be here if you have completed your mission, you would not be on this earth anymore.
I Have To Be Someone Else To Succeed
Your uniqueness is your superpower. The world needs you, so stop comparing yourself to others because it is going to rob all your joy and creativity.
Know that you are not here to fulfill anybody else’s purpose; you have your own purpose. Focus on getting better, serving, connecting with your soul, creating, and every single day, instead of wasting time comparing yourself with others.
I Am Not Smart/Talented Enough
Talent is overrated. Success is about consistency and belief. Every expert was once a beginner. Know that you were perfectly created and are smart enough to fulfill your purpose.
You have all the talent you need within you. You are a very powerful soul, and do not let anybody else tell you anything else.
People Will Judge Me
The people who judge you are too scared to chase their dreams. Fear of judgment keeps you caged. The right people will be inspired by you, so focus on them.
You cannot let fear of judgment affect you because then you give your power away. Instead of worrying about others judging you, focus on finding ways to please your creator and worry about fulfilling your purpose before it is too late.
So, let people judge you, they do not understand your purpose. Your purpose is between your soul and your creator.
I Need To Have Everything Figured Out
Clarity comes from action, not from overthinking. You don’t need all the answers, just the next step. The path unfolds as you move forward.
There is no such thing as perfection, so always know you have to trust and you have to jump with fear in one hand and faith in the other.
Show trust that the universe has your back and that life is happening for you. Do not let perfection paralyze you and keep you from taking the actions required to fulfill your purpose.
Failure Means I Should Quit
Failure is not the opposite of success; it is part of it. Every setback is a setup for a comeback. The only real failure is giving up.
Failure and mistakes are not bad. They are feedback, guidance, and results. They are teaching you something and perhaps guiding you to try a different path or take a different route.
What you learn can be taught to others. Everything that happens to you has a purpose and is in divine order. You are being developed for your purpose.
My Dreams Are Too Big
If your dream does not scare you, it is not big enough. You were given your vision for a reason. The impossible is only impossible until someone does it. Why not you?
Your life has infinite possibilities. Always remember that and take the steps to move towards that vision of your life, it will pull you to move forward.
In conclusion, you now know that it is bad to habitually make excuses because it prevents us from trying new things in life moving forward, and being accountable for the impact of our actions and behavior on ourselves and others.
It also impedes our learning and growth and keeps us from taking the responsibility to create a meaningful, purposeful, and fulfilling life of our dreams.
We often make excuses because we feel hopeless because we believe life is happening to us. It causes us to experience stress and anxiety and affects our self-esteem and image negatively.
You are also now familiar with 10 of the most common excuses we use and how to shatter them and live your dream life.
These lies have kept you small long enough. You do not have to believe them anymore. You are ready, you are worthy, and your purpose is waiting.
Next, read what does it mean to life on purpose for further insights and tips.