Episode 065 – The MOST Crippling Limiting Belief – And How To Eliminate It

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Note: This blog post serves as an accompaniment to the corresponding podcast episode of A Changed Mind, where we’ll distill down the core ideas of this week’s theme, along with additional distinctions and insights. If you haven’t listened to the episode yet, you can go here to do so.  Enjoy.

In this episode, David discusses the concept of the “unsolvable problem,” a recurring challenge that persists despite all efforts to resolve it. These problems can manifest in various aspects of life, such as financial struggles, relationship issues, health concerns, or the search for purpose. David shares a personal story about a friend who was exhausted by unsuccessful attempts to find a partner, only to meet her future husband shortly after giving up the search. This example illustrates the idea that relentless effort can sometimes hinder rather than help.

David introduces the concept of a “core program,” which is a deep-seated belief or trauma that drives these unsolvable problems. For instance, David’s own belief that “something is wrong with me” led to chronic health issues, while his wife’s belief that she couldn’t trust others created challenges in her professional life. These core programs stem from early life traumas and continue to influence our lives, often in subtle ways.

David emphasizes that these problems cannot be resolved through typical personal development tools or external solutions. Instead, they require a process of surrender—acknowledging powerlessness and allowing a higher power, or God, to intervene. This approach is likened to the principles of the 12-step program, where surrendering control and placing trust in a higher power is key to overcoming these deep-seated issues.