Human beings are wonderfully creative. Our minds offer limitless possibilities for change in business, education, and personal development – but there’s a problem. Our brains are hard-wired to avoid change.
We are creatures of habit. Habits are easy. Habits keep us alive.
The truth is, when given the choice, humans possess a strong natural bias in favor of perpetuating the status quo.
It is frustrating, but this subconscious urge is hardwired into our human nature. It’s a survival skill! This bias, however, becomes a problem when it hinders positive change, namely growth in business, education, relationships, and personal development.
Our instinct to avoid change can be a trap that swallows up great ideas and smothers ambition. In order to control this basic urge to avoid change, we need to be aware of its influence in our decision making.
If you’re like me, you struggle through cycles of confidence and self-doubt. The next time you find yourself hesitating or feeling low on confidence, remember that your brain isn’t hardwired to handle your ambition. Simply thank your brain for this basic survival instinct, but tell yourself it’s time for a change. Positive change. You can handle it.
[update: read part two of this post]
