Yes, this is true, on the surface everyone wants success, but down at the deepest level, the fact is that many people are actually scared of succeeding! To explain this more clearly, it means they don't feel they DESERVE or are WORTHY of success, and this what can stop them from achieving their dreams. Every race is a battle between your belief and your resistance, and a win or a great time is a triumph of belief over doubt. Don't worry, every single swimmer you compete against also has their own wall of resistance they must scale before they can truly make the big time.
So all we need to do to succeed is break through our own resistance to success! Once we've done this, what can possibly stop us? The answer is - nothing. Nothing can stop you once you conquer the fear of failure, and the fear of success. But be prepared, before every big race there will always be whispering doubts trying to de-rail your dreams, which can only be overcome through KNOWING that you are worthy of success. This is why the mirror tip from a few weeks ago is so powerful, because it challenges your own resistance and increases your belief. Don't think that the doubts will ever completely disappear - because these are a necessary part of the 'test' on your journey to success. Belief is the only weapon capable of smashing through your own wall of resistance, and you must use this belief every time you are on the block.
So right now, I want you to close your eyes and imagine for a moment that you have ALREADY achieved your ultimate goal - that your goal has arrived, you've finally done it, and it's yours. My question is - does this picture feel REAL? Do you truly and honestly feel worthy and deserving of this goal, or does it just feel like a nice little make-believe fantasy?
Because this is the most crucial ingredient when you visualize your goal - you have to OWN it and really enjoy basking in its glory. Live it, feel it, BE it - until it this image simply becomes an inseparable part of you. That is true belief, and this is what achieves goals. This belief must travel with you everywhere you go, because it's the only weapon to battle your own doubts and resistance. But always keep your eyes on the grand payoff - once you've overcome the doubt, there's nothing left to stop you. No-one will get in your way. The goal will be yours.
So when you next visualize your goal, make sure you believe it so much you can taste it. This is what brings dreams into reality.
The Mind controls the body, and the mind is unlimited. The best of success,
Craig Townsend
