It’s only once we realise why we do what we do can we change it

If we don’t understand the deeper reasons for our behaviour, how can we expect to change or modify it? Taking unnecessary risks and then telling ourselves we do it for the thrill will not enable us to calm our behaviour. Eating sweet, fatty food and thinking we do this simply to stem hunger or because we like the taste will not enable us to gain control. A much deeper sense of self, helps us to understand how our limiting behaviour often ties in with more complicated drivers, even when that behaviour, is linked to coping mechanisms.

The consequence of quieting our incessant internal chatter improves our self-awareness

Being aware of the full effects of snacking on sweet, fatty foods can help us identify the possible deep-seated reasons for this limiting behavior. The need for sugar spikes is potentially based on fulfilling a belief. We must ask: Do I believe that I’m changeable? We can also ask: Do I believe I lack energy? In reality, we don’t need high-fat, sugary snacks. Ask Michael Caine the secret to a long life, and he’ll tell you: “No snacking!”

Risky behaviour, be this in business or personal life, can be seen for it’s deeper purpose

Again, beliefs come into play. Are our beliefs linked to the reasons why we take unnecessary risks? Is our motivation “I don’t want to fail” or is it “I want to succeed?” The former motivation can cause us to take unnecessary risks. Fears tend to be self-fulfilling. The motivation “I want to succeed” gives the mind clear instructions to do just that. Some risk is inevitable in life; however, a greater awareness of the self, our limiting beliefs, and our motivations reduces the dangers.