Seven Steps to Clarity - What’s Stopping Me?

Seven Steps To Clarity

Following on from yesterday, here’s the third step on the road to clarity. This isn’t meant to sound heavy but unlocking this can be transformational

Step 3: What's Stopping Me?

This third step is arguably the most critical on your journey to financial clarity. It's where we confront the obstacles—both external and internal—that have been preventing you from achieving your financial goals. Many people find themselves stuck in cycles of financial uncertainty not because they lack resources, but because they haven't properly identified what's holding them back. These roadblocks can be substantial:

-Deeply ingrained money beliefs from childhood
-Behavioural patterns that sabotage good financial intentions
-Knowledge gaps about essential financial principles
-Emotional relationships with money that drive poor decisions

This is precisely where a skilled financial coach becomes invaluable. Unlike financial advisors who simply tell you where to put your money, a coach works with you to uncover the psychological and practical barriers unique to your situation.

A good coach brings expertise in:

-Recognising unhelpful financial thought patterns that you might be blind to
-Creating personalised strategies to overcome your specific roadblocks
-Providing accountability and support through the challenging process of change
-Building lasting habits that create sustainable financial wellbeing

The magnitude of this step cannot be overstated—it's often the difference between perpetual financial struggle and genuine financial freedom. Without addressing what's stopping you, even the most sophisticated financial strategies will ultimately fail.

In coaching practice, there have been remarkable transformations when clients finally confront these roadblocks head-on. The relief and clarity that follows is profound, opening up possibilities that previously seemed unattainable.