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Have you ever felt stuck in a repeating cycle of negative thoughts and feelings, only to realize it’s holding you back from what you want to achieve? That’s a MindLoop: a powerful, self-reinforcing cycle of thoughts and feelings that dictate your actions and results.

What is a MindLoop?

A MindLoop happens when a thought triggers a feeling, and that feeling strengthens the thought. This cycle feeds into itself, creating behaviors that either serve or sabotage your goals.

Example: The Fear of Rejection MindLoop

Imagine you need to make a difficult phone call to pitch a new idea:

• Thought: What if they say no?

• Feeling: Anxiety sets in, creating self-doubt.

• Looping Thoughts and Feelings:

• Thought: I’m probably not good at this. → Feeling: Nervousness grows.

• Feeling: I feel so uncomfortable. → Thought: It’s better to wait until I’m more prepared.

• Action: You avoid making the call.

• Result: The opportunity slips away, reinforcing the thought, I’m not good at pitching.

This loop keeps repeating because the thought and feeling feed into each other, making it harder to break free.

Breaking the MindLoop

To escape, you need to disrupt both the thought and the feeling:

1. Replace the Thought: Every call is a chance to learn.

2. Shift the Feeling: Take a few deep breaths or stand in a power pose to build confidence.

3. Take Action: Make the call without overthinking.

Over time, creating a positive MindLoop leads to actions and results that align with your goals.

The key is recognizing that thoughts and feelings aren’t random—they’re patterns. Once you understand your loops, you can take control and create ones that empower you. What’s one MindLoop you can break today?