Remember those permission slips from school field trips? You needed a parent’s signature before you could explore the world beyond the classroom.
You’re still waiting for permission slips, and you’re both the student AND the parent.
Just yesterday, a brilliant client told me she was waiting for the “right time” to launch her passion project. Translation? She was waiting for permission… from her boss, her family, the universe… anyone who would give her the green light.
The permission you’re seeking is the permission you already have.
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Permission to speak up in meetings
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Permission to say no to extra work
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Permission to prioritize our wellbeing
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Permission to dream bigger
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Permission to change direction
The Permission Paradox – The act of waiting for permission is what keeps you needing it.
When you wait, you reinforce the belief that you’re not capable of making decisions. You’re essentially telling yourself, “I need someone else’s approval because I don’t trust my own judgment.”
But what would happen if you flipped the script?
Three Ways to Write Your Own Permission Slips ✍️
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Realize you’re seeking permission from no one and everyone Ask yourself: “Whose approval am I really seeking?” Often, we’re waiting for permission from people who aren’t even aware we’re asking. They’re living their lives while we’re stuck in approval-seeking mode.
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The Worst-Case Scenario Game What’s the worst thing that could happen if you gave yourself permission? Usually, it’s far less catastrophic than our minds imagine. Most “failures” are just feedback in disguise.
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The 24-Hour Permission Challenge For the next 24 hours, notice where you’re waiting for permission and act as if you already have it. Make that call. Share that idea. Set that boundary. Notice what shifts when you stop waiting.
The Liberation of Self-Permission 🦋
Here’s what I’ve learned from my coaching clients: The moment you stop seeking permission is the moment you become truly powerful.
When you stop waiting for the “right time” and just launch your project, something magical will happen. Not only will you likely succeed, but you may also discover that most people had been waiting for you to step up all along.
Your dreams aren’t waiting for permission. They’re waiting for you to claim them.
Ready To Claim Your Power?
🔥 Stop waiting. Start creating. If you’re tired of waiting for permission to live your fullest life, let’s talk.
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As your coach, I’ll help you identify where you’re giving your power away and create strategies to reclaim it.
Let’s work together to break free from the permission paradox and step into your full power.
You can do it!
To your self-authorized success,
Dr. Jennifer Edwards | Mindset & Leadership Coach
www.drjenniferedwards.com
