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Have you ever told yourself "I can't do this" based solely on past failures? That moment when your mind convinces you something is impossible despite how much stronger, smarter, or more capable you've become?

During a recent Strive Elite workout, I witnessed a member reach her breaking point while attempting an exercise she believed was beyond her capabilities. Tears welled up as she repeatedly told herself she couldn't do it. What followed was a powerful lesson about how our limiting beliefs—often based on outdated experiences—can create artificial barriers to our potential.

The breakthrough came from a simple pattern interrupt: standing up, taking a breath, and listening with fresh perspective. After resetting her mindset, this member not only completed the exercise but performed three full sets. The limitation existed solely in her mind, not her physical capabilities.

Sometimes we need to borrow belief from others who see potential in us that we don't yet recognize. As a coach, I frequently tell my clients: "I'm not going to ask you to do anything I don't believe you can do." This external confidence can bridge the gap between self-doubt and self-belief until you prove it to yourself through action.

This principle applies universally. My entrepreneurial journey includes what I call my "graveyard of businesses"—failed ventures that could have reinforced the belief that success wasn't possible. Instead, I maintained that success was inevitable; it wasn't a question of if, but when. Strive 11 emerged after five years of ups and downs, demonstrating that persistence eventually overcomes temporary failure.

Whatever goal you're pursuing, remember that your past performance is not your permanent truth. Set mini-milestones, celebrate small wins, and be willing to step back up to the plate and swing again. Your breakthrough is waiting on the other side of that limiting belief.

Have you been holding yourself back based on outdated beliefs about your capabilities? Share your experience or ask questions in the comments—I read every one!

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When your energy is low, support is thin, and fear is loud—do it anyways. In this live episode of The Mindset Cafe, Devan breaks down the four-word discipline reframe that turns hesitation into action. You’ll learn how to move without motivation, build identity-based habits, neutralize fear, and create systems that make consistency automatic. We’ll cover practical scripts, micro-commitments, rejection handling, and a 30‑day “Do It Anyways” challenge to hardwire momentum in business, fitness, and relationships. If you’re tired of waiting for “perfect”—this is your playbook to show up regardless and win the long game.

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Michael Rearden shares his journey from growing up in the ghetto of Connecticut to founding Revan Concepts, a mindset and personal growth company revolutionizing the coaching industry through innovative approaches. He reveals how limiting beliefs form in childhood and strategies to break free from them to achieve greater success and fulfillment.

• Growing up in poverty created a powerful drive for change and early action
• Michael's mother worked multiple jobs to provide opportunities including private school education
• Transitioned from teaching to coaching after realizing he wanted to make a broader impact
• Founded Revan Concepts in 2018 to fill educational gaps where traditional schooling falls short
• NASA study shows 94% of kindergarteners test at genius levels, dropping dramatically by third grade
• Breaking free from downward spirals requires attention and often external support from mentors
• Sometimes changing your environment completely is necessary for growth
• The "burn the bridges" approach works best for those who thrive under pressure
• Overcoming limiting beliefs starts with believing something is possible before achieving it
• Legacy message: "Never is just an option" - we always have the choice to progress or remain stagnant

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