The power of ‘yet’

 

"The Power of Yet" is a concept centered around adopting a growth mindset. It emphasises that abilities and intelligence can be developed with time and effort. Instead of believing that you can’t do something, people using "yet" understand that they might not be able to do it *yet*.


When working with clients I often hear ‘I’m not good enough’, ‘I cant loose weight’, ‘I can’t stop smoking’ ‘I can’t  run round the block’ ‘I cant pass my exams’ ‘I can’t let go’ ‘I can’t be happy’ 

These statements become core beliefs that overtime become the narration of your life story. By repeating these statements over time, they become ingrained as a way of being and expectation and can limit your own belief system. Sometimes they have been programmed by parents, or significant adults when growing up and this cements them as your own process of thoughts and belief. 


However with simple reframe of ‘yet’ all of a sudden the limitations and boundaries become possibilities. ‘I can’t let go, yet’ brings an awareness that you will in time be able to let go. ‘I can’t loose weight, yet’ signifies to the mind that in time you will focus your mind and succeed. The power of yet is a positive reframe that focuses on the positive and not the negative. Try it for your own limited beliefs, add it after the sentence and see how empowering it feels. It’s not always easy In the hustle and bustle of modern life, setbacks and challenges often feel overwhelming. Words like "I can't," "I won't," or "I'm not" pervade your thoughts, especially when tackling issues like depression and anxiety. However, there's a powerful tool that can change this narrative—the power of "yet."


The concept of "yet" introduces an open-ended journey. Instead of finality in failure or struggle, "yet" creates a pathway towards growth and learning. It means acknowledging current limitations while leaving room for future improvement and mastery. By adding "yet" to your discourse, you can subtly shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset.


The key to Yet is to acknowledge your current state and how that looks or feels to you. It's important for clients to first recognise their feelings and struggles without judgment. Acceptance is the first step towards change, it may not always be the easiest step, yet this vital step can begin to change the mindset that has set comfortable for too long. 


By reframing negative thoughts and by inserting "yet" into negative self-talk, such as changing "I can't manage my anxiety" to "I can't manage my anxiety yet," you create hope and potential for change, bringing a light into the darker spaces which in itself leaves an open ended dialogue. The power of yet, encourages resilience by adopting a reframe of the mind.  learning to persist despite challenges. It instills a sense of hope and perseverance, encouraging you to keep moving forward.


By breaking down goals, into more manageable steps helps to engage yet into being. Set achievable, incremental goals. Instead of aiming to solve everything at once, tackle your challenges in smaller, manageable chunks, understanding that mastery takes time and a shift in mindset and practice to maintain. Personal growth is a marathon, not a sprint. By embracing "yet," clients make peace with the time and effort required for change, alleviating pressure and guilt.


In embracing learning  opportunities helps to overcome failed attempts are not definitive endpoints but learning opportunities. Encourage clients to assess what didn't work, adjust, and try again. Understanding that the only failure is the failure to learn and apply it moving forwards.  By empowering the self to seek help from professionals, support groups, or educational resources. Knowing that they are not alone can be incredibly bolstering along with the understanding and reframe of the mindset around failure and success to truly achieve all that is sought. 


Practicing mindfulness complements the power of yet by fostering a non-judgmental awareness of the present moment. When clients combine mindfulness with a growth mindset, they acknowledge their current challenges without attaching to them. By incorporating meditation or relaxation sessions where clients focus on the concept of "yet," visualising themselves succeeding in their goals in the future. Supported with mindful journaling either by voice note or the written words.  You begin to document your journey, noting down challenges and rewording limiting statements to include "yet." This engages in reflective practice, by spending time daily reflecting on your  progress, using "yet" to frame failures as temporary and surmountable.


Adopting the power of yet is more than just a linguistic tweak—it's a transformative mindset shift. For clients battling depression, anxiety, or other life struggles, "yet" offers a beacon of hope and a promise of growth. By embracing this simple, powerful word, you can redefine your  challenges, seeing them as stepping stones rather than stumbling blocks. With patience, support, and mindfulness, you can rewrite your narrative and embark on a more empowering journey towards a fulfilling life.


Realising that skills can be improved enhances self-assurance. As you practice and grow, you’re  more likely to increase your belief in your abilities to overcome obstacles. Instead of fearing failure, you begin to understand it as a part of learning and growing. This shift can help alleviate anxiety related to performance and achievement.

Viewing struggles as temporary can foster a more optimistic mindset. 


Realising that current limitations are not permanent can lead to a more positive and proactive approach to life. Knowing that improvement is possible encourages you to set goals and work towards them. This can lead to a more engaged and motivated life approach.


By recognising that setbacks are not the end, you can maintain more emotional balance. It helps in managing frustrations and disappointment more effectively.

With the understanding that growth is part of the process, you are more open to feedback and willing to learn from others, enhancing personal and social growth. Incorporating "the power of yet" involves changing self-talk and embracing challenges rather than avoiding them. It’s a slight twist in perspective that may significantly impact mental health and overall well-being.


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