by Lori Deschene

“Limitations live only in our minds. But if we use our imaginations, our possibilities become limitless.” ~Jamie Paolinetti

You probably know which things you can do and which things you can’t, right?

You know how to complete the tasks your job requires. You have other strengths that you’ve honed and used throughout the years.  You have a good idea of similar things you’d be good at, as well.

Then there’s the other list.  Perhaps it looks a little like this:

I can’t start my own business; there’s just so much I don’t know.  I couldn’t possibly fly a plane; I don’t even drive that much.  I can’t backpack through Europe; I could never find the time.

What differentiates these two lists are your beliefs—beliefs about your intelligence, strengths, and potential, and beliefs about what’s possible in general.

Before Roger Bannister ran a 4-minute mile in 1954, the sporting world didn’t think it could be done.  After Bannister proved otherwise, dozens of other athletes accomplished the same feat.  All it took was a shift in belief to push them past their comfort zone.

You decide what you can and can’t do. And then you do it, starting with one simple action.

Get started on that dream you’ve shelved for some day when you have more time, more patience, or more knowledge.  Take a step outside your comfort zone and challenge what you believe is possible.

Never do you feel as alive as when you actually do what you dream of doing.  The act of beginning is a powerful reminder that every moment is an opportunity to create the life you want.

Do happy. It’s something you’re due.

This post is republished with permission.  Find more of Lori Deschene’s writing at tinybuddha.com. Read the original post here