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Episode 52: Your Label Is Your Limit: Breaking Free From Self-Imposed Boundaries

Author
Trish Stanton
Published
Mon 25 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://www.trishastanton.com/podcasts/running-to-myself/episodes/2149069144

Episode Title: Your Label is Your Limit: Breaking Free from Self-Imposed Boundaries


Host: Trisha Stanton


Episode Overview:


In this powerful episode of Running to Myself, Trisha Stanton dives deep into the self-imposed labels we all carry and how they can keep us stuck. From the labels we’ve adopted about our abilities to our identities, these stories often hold us back more than we realize. Trisha shares how these limiting beliefs define us before we even give ourselves a chance to break free and how we can start recognizing and dismantling these boundaries to reach our fullest potential.


If you’ve ever caught yourself saying, “I’m not good at that,” “I’m not a leader,” or “I’ll never be that type of person,” this episode is for you. It's time to shed those limiting labels and embrace a life of growth, possibility, and transformation.


In this episode, you’ll learn:



  • What labels are and how they shape our identities


  • Personal stories, including Trisha’s own journey from “not an athlete” to marathon runner


  • The profound impact labels have on our decisions and actions


  • Practical steps to recognize and challenge your limiting labels


  • How to break free from these boundaries to step into a more vibrant, expansive version of yourself



Key Takeaways:



  1. Recognize the Labels: Identify the labels you’ve adopted over the years. Write them down and take a hard look at how they’ve defined your actions and beliefs.


  2. Challenge the Labels: Ask yourself if these labels are truly accurate. How would your life look without them?


  3. Shift Your Self-Talk: Reframe your language to empower yourself. Instead of saying, “I’m not a good communicator,” say, “I’m working on improving my communication.”


  4. Find Evidence to the Contrary: Reflect on past experiences where you’ve succeeded despite the labels you've accepted. Use those moments to prove that your labels aren’t truths.


  5. Step Outside Your Comfort Zone: Take small, courageous steps that challenge the labels you’ve accepted. These small actions will help reshape your self-image and build confidence.



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Thank You for Listening:


If this episode inspired you, please be sure to subscribe, rate, and leave a review on your favorite podcast platform. Your feedback helps spread the message and reach more people who can benefit from a mindset shift.


If you’re ready to break free from the labels keeping you small and step into your true potential, let’s connect! Reach out to Trisha for a one-on-one coaching session and start making lasting changes today.


Remember, Mindset Matters!

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