Josi’s Blog
Welcome to my blog! This is where personal growth meets actionable insights. Dive into thought-provoking articles that challenge you to take ownership of your life, rebuild self-trust, and navigate the ups and downs of both entrepreneurship and personal development!
The cost of levelling up
“Honesty Hour!
Self-improvement, personal growth, reaching goals, and working for your own dreams DO come at a certain cost. This is why so many people might never even try to pursue what they actually want to do and instead choose the pain or cost of regret. However, the cost of leveling up pales in comparison to the alternative cost of regret for not pursuing our dreams and aspirations.
So what does it take when deciding to have faith and make the empowered choice to pursue a fulfilling life on purpose? (…)”
Why I did this.
“The story behind why Josi Dumont created her signature course Self-Discovery 101. A course designed to not only accelerate your personal growth journey, but to change your life through increasing your self-awareness, reconnecting you to your values, debunking your limiting beliefs so you can step into your fully-authentic leadership and activate your inner strengths (…)”
When drinking the positivity-poison
“Toxic positivity is a phenomenon that has gained increasing attention in recent years. It refers to the excessive focus on positive thinking and emotions, to the extent that any negative emotions or experiences are dismissed or ignored. The goal of toxic positivity is to maintain a positive attitude at all costs, even if it means denying or suppressing one's true feelings. Sometimes it is also called “fake positivity” (…)”
Are you a perfectionist?
“Do you often find yourself endlessly striving for perfection, setting impossibly high standards, and feeling dissatisfied with your achievements? Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword, driving us towards excellence but also trapping us in a cycle of self-sabotage. In this blog post, we'll delve into the world of perfectionism and explore how overcoming it can unlock your true potential. So, if you're ready to break free from the shackles of perfectionism and embrace imperfection, keep reading! (…)”
Get out of your way, get out of your head
“Not only did I read it twice, but both times I also could not put it down and finished it in one go. I clearly remember the first time I read it, which was right when leaving my old corporate job and I was FUELLED by my mission and didn’t care if anything would call me crazy. I just knew this was the right path because it was MY path.
(…)
The key message is this: believe in yourself so much, that nothing can push you off your path, and delusion is needed to keep you going even if there is nothing that may prove you are on the right path, except for your faith in yourself (…)”
How to use the Law of Assumption to your advantage
“First up, let’s assume this article will be to your benefit and is a great extra Mindset Hack to know and use on a daily basis.
The Law of Assumption is a powerful psychological principle that states that we tend to infer or assume things about people and situations based on limited information or evidence. When applied in the right way, The Law of Assumption can help us to make better decisions and create better outcomes in our lives (…)”
Hacking the mind to unlock its full potential
“I am sure you have seen people referring to the brain as a computer running our body, so if we go with that mental picture, imagine hacking that computer to remove any malware, viruses, and else so it can run as smoothly and efficiently as possible. This actually does exist and is called mindset hacking (…)”
Mindset Blocks and how to overcome them
“Have you ever felt like you are unable to progress further or make progress towards your goals, despite all the effort you put in?
If yes, then you may be experiencing mindset blocks.
Mindset blocks are the psychological invisible barriers that hold you back from achieving your desired outcomes and can have a significant impact on your life (…)”
The logic side of self-empowerment
“(…) Self-empowerment is a mindset and a set of actions that aim to increase one's personal agency, control, and influence over their own life. It is about taking ownership of your thoughts, emotions, and actions, and actively shaping your life in a way that aligns with your values, goals, and aspirations (…)”
The Damaging Impact of a Toxic Work Culture
“A workplace is a place of collaboration and growth, yet too often it can become a breeding ground for negative behavior and an unhealthy culture. Unchecked, toxic work cultures can sabotage the success of the business and cause serious damage to the morale and mental health of its employees.
At its core, a toxic work culture is an environment where negativity, fear, and a lack of trust are commonplace(…)”
I am Josi
“And the LAST piece of the puzzle was my business mentor who suggested I should consider changing my business name to my own name.
>>>First reaction: HELL NO (typical chimp reaction by the way)
Then this morning this quote popped up on my feet: "Feel your power to shift old patterns into new patterns"
So, I there sitting like: "riiiiiiiight, something is going on here..."
And I got curious, what is it specifically about this name change that scares me so much, or what is causing the resistance?
I found an answer (…)”
The ABC of inner child work
“The inner child is the part of ourselves that retains memories, emotions, and beliefs from childhood. It is the foundation of our emotional and psychological well-being, and when it is wounded, it can impact every aspect of our lives. Healing the inner child is an important step towards personal growth and happiness. In this article, we will discuss how to heal the inner child (…)”