Don't let your mind trap you. 4 myths to stop believing so you can make progress

SALT LAKE CITY — We know the human mind is powerful. Social scientists will tell us it's designed to protect us. To keep us safe from pain, rejection, failure, embarrassment and uncertainty. But Dr. Matt Townsend said the very same mind that protects us can also trap us.

He said to stop believing the stories that keep us comfortable, cautious and stuck and shared four myths we need to blow up in order to create some progress in our lives.

Myth 1: "Busy Movement Matters More Than Clear Direction" (The Insanity Cycle)

The Fix: The Direction-First Cycle- Before you do more, get clear on what you are trying to build.

Myth #2: "I've Done Everything Right, So I Deserve Good Things to Happen!" (The Entitlement Cycle)

The Fix: Trade Entitlement for Responsibility and Gratitude

Myth #3: "Your Constant Anxiety and Worry About Things Is Helping" (The Anxious Autopilot Cycle)

The Fix: Move From Worry to Wise Action

Myth 4: "Once I'm Confident, Then I Can Act" (The Immobility Cycle)

The Fix: Exercise your character. Take principle-centered action whether you feel confident, motivated, or ready

Find more advice from Dr. Matt Townsend at matttownsend.com.