113. Overcoming Limiting Beliefs: The Neuroscience Behind Them and How to Rise Above

INHABIT with Alessia Citro

In this episode of the inhabit podcast, Alessia Citro shares her experiences and insights on overcoming limiting beliefs. Inspired by attending an event hosted by Lori Harder, she reflects on how she used to struggle with imposter syndrome and feeling fraudulent in spaces with more established business owners. Alessia discusses her journey of making progress in feeling grounded and belonging, emphasizing the importance of understanding the neural architecture of the brain and the evolutionary reasons behind limiting beliefs.

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TIMESTAMPS:

• Introduction to Limiting Beliefs [00:29]

• Alessia introduces the episode and the topic of limiting beliefs.

• Experience at "Girlfriends and Business" Event [01:41]

• Sharing experiences from the event and confronting imposter syndrome.

• Realization and Overcoming Imposter Syndrome [04:17]

• Discussing the moment of overcoming imposter syndrome and feeling a sense of belonging.

• The Brain's Wiring for Survival vs. Thriving [06:53]

• Explaining how our brains are wired for survival, impacting our beliefs and behaviors.

• Understanding Neural Architecture [09:29]

• Introduction to neural architecture and its influence on limiting beliefs.

• The Acorn Analogy: Potential Within [12:05]

• Using the acorn analogy to illustrate human potential and the impact of thoughts.

• Challenges Posed by the Neo Cortex [14:41]

• Discussion on the neo cortex and its role in human development and self-sabotage.

• Commitment to Growth Beyond Limiting Beliefs [17:17]

• A call to action for personal growth and overcoming self-imposed limitations.

• Strategies for Overcoming Limiting Beliefs [19:53]

• Introduction of methods to combat limiting beliefs, including therapy and journaling.

• Conclusion: Encouragement for Personal Growth [22:29]

• Closing thoughts and encouragement for listeners to pursue growth beyond their limiting beliefs.

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TRANSCRIPT

SOURCES:

Kandel, Eric R., James H. Schwartz, Thomas M. Jessell, Steven A. Siegelbaum, and A. J. Hudspeth. Principles of Neural Science. 5th ed. New York: McGraw-Hill, 2013.

KEYWORDS:

limiting beliefs, imposter syndrome, neural architecture, ancient ancestors, survival, thrive, brain wiring, self-esteem, self-actualization, cognitive functions, decision making, social bonding, pattern recognition, fight or flight, amygdala, confirmation bias, cognitive dissonance, status quo bias, personal growth, therapy, hypnotherapy, plant medicine, journaling, Reticular Activating System (RAS), evidence-based, self-improvement, nervous system regulation, parasympathetic mode, self-awareness, vision casting