In more than 15 years as a gym owner, I’ve witnessed many people with an all-or-nothing mentality. Here are some examples:
The above examples represent absolutes and extremes. Everything is black or white. One slip up leads to throwing in the towel.
This way of thinking holds us back.
The all-or-nothing mindset can manifest as low self-esteem, a decreased willingness to take risks, an inability to find solutions, and reduced resilience. It can cause us to give up.
If this sounds familiar, know that this pattern can be changed and the first step is awareness.
Remember: success isn’t easy. There are setbacks and discomfort. So, check in with yourself regularly, challenge all-or-nothing thoughts and strive for progress (not perfection).
