A motivational gut punch in the style of a fearless life coach, this article tackles the gremlin of self-doubt that lives rent-free in all of us. Through a raw and relatable story of conquering Mount Kilimanjaro (and the inner Mount Whinejaro), author Greg paints a vivid picture of fear holding us back from our Everest-sized dreams. But this ain't a pity party, it's a pep rally. Greg equips you with a five-point battle plan to silence the doubt monster: identify the gremlin's whispers, challenge its narrative, celebrate progress over perfection, find your cheerleaders, and take action, no matter how small. Think Rocky facing Drago, but with wittier banter and less punching. This article is a shot of adrenaline for anyone stuck in the quicksand of self-doubt. It's a reminder that the only thing stopping you from painting your own masterpiece of a life is the fear of stepping past your own reflection. So grab your courage, dip it in audacity, and get ready to unleash your inner badass. This ain't just an article, it's a permission slip to break free from your comfort zone and climb your own damn mountain. And hey, if Greg can conquer Kilimanjaro, you can sure as hell face that presentation, chase that dream, or finally talk to your crush. Just remember, the brush is in your hand. Now go paint your masterpiece.

1. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
YOUR SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU…
That’s probably what happens
to you now!
#actionbeyondthought

2. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
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How I used to feel…
● Uncertain and insecure
● Putting myself down with negative self talk
● Emotional turmoil with anxiety, depression and
even shame
● Paralysing fear due to overwhelm
● Distorted self image

3. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
Let me share what
I did about
self-doubt that
might work for
you too!

4. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought

5. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
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This is Jon

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WILL STOP YOU
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Find Your Courage
Get Out Of Your
Comfort Zone

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WILL STOP YOU
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8. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
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YOUR SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU…
Here are five changes I made in
my life that helped me find my
courage…

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WILL STOP YOU
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YOUR SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU…
1) School —> University
2) Single —> Married
3) Unemployed —> Career
4) Bored —> Passion

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WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
IDENTIFY THE GREMLIN
What are those specific whispers holding you back?
Write them down, name them, and laugh in their faces.
Seriously, picture your self-doubt as a cartoon villain
with a squeaky voice and a bad combover.
It'll lose its power when you see it for what it is: a
ridiculous construct of your own mind.
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11. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
CHALLENGE THE NARRATIVE
Don't just accept those doubts as gospel.
Question them. Ask yourself, "Is this based on evidence
or fear?"
Look for proof that you can do it, not just reasons why
you can't.
I had plenty of "reasons" not take action, but I focused
on the reasons why I had to.
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12. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
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FOCUS ON PROGRESS NOT PERFECTION
Nobody nails everything on the first try.
Embrace the journey, celebrate the small wins, and
learn from the stumbles.
Every step forward, even a wobbly one, is a victory over
self-doubt.
Remember, progress, not perfection, is the name of the
game.
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13. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
SURROUND YOURSELF WITH CHEERLEADERS
Ditch the naysayers and find your tribe of firelighters.
People who believe in you, push you, and celebrate
your victories like they're their own.
They'll remind you who you are and what you're
capable of when the gremlin starts hissing.
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14. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
TAKE ACTION EVEN IF ITS SMALL
Sometimes, the biggest hurdle is simply starting.
Do one thing, anything, that moves you closer to your
goal.
Write the first sentence of that presentation, send that
application, initiate that conversation.
Momentum is your friend, and self-doubt hates a
moving target.
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15. SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU
#actionbeyondthought
YOUR SELF DOUBT
WILL STOP YOU…
Nothing changes if nothing
changes…
…take your first action!