{"id":27689,"date":"2021-02-21T20:07:10","date_gmt":"2021-02-22T00:07:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/?p=27689"},"modified":"2021-03-12T00:28:23","modified_gmt":"2021-03-12T04:28:23","slug":"how-to-be-a-badass","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-be-a-badass\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Be a Badass: Jen Sincero\u2019s Guide to Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Are you stuck in a rut? Are you struggling to reach your potential? Do you want to learn how to be a badass according to Jen Sincero&#8217;s book?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In this &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide, author Jen Sincero&#8217;s life advice is condensed down into quick and easy lessons. Sincero shares wisdom about creating a new life, doing things you never thought you\u2019d do, believing in things you can\u2019t see, and pushing past your fears.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Keep reading the &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide to learn more about Jen Sincero&#8217;s life lessons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How to Be a Badass<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide covers the five sections of Jen Sincero&#8217;s book and breaks down each one in detail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In <em>You Are a Badass,<\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/you-are-a-badass-author\/\">Author Jen Sincero<\/a> explains how she was once unimpressed with her life. Though she was a published author and had family and friends, she wondered, \u201cIs this the best I can do?\u201d She embarked on an exhaustive self-improvement journey and found success \u2014 she learned how to be a badass, get herself out of a rut, and find greater personal and professional success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After wading through all the good and bad of the self-help world, she decided to take every bit of useful self-improvement advice she found and share it with others via her book which we have condensed into this &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The main principle she learned is that creating a better life requires only one simple shift: <strong>Going from <em>wanting<\/em> to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-change-your-life-in-5-simple-steps\/\">change your life<\/a> to <em>deciding<\/em> to change your life<\/strong>. In this &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide, she shares wisdom about creating a new life, doing things you never thought you\u2019d do, believing in things you can\u2019t see, and pushing past your fears. The book has five sections:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>How Did I Get This Way?<\/strong> Learn what\u2019s holding you back.<\/li><li><strong>How to Leave Insecurity Behind and Love Yourself<\/strong>. Live your best life.<\/li><li><strong>Tapping into the Source<\/strong>. Be a part of the power all around you.<\/li><li><strong>Getting Over Your Own BS<\/strong>. Make changes to create a life you\u2019ve always wanted.<\/li><li><strong>Go Forth and Live Your Dreams<\/strong>. Take action as you live your new life.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Did I Get This Way?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Understand the deep-seated beliefs that have been holding you back. Once you are aware of them, you can begin to change them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Subconscious<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>No matter what you think you want, if there\u2019s a subconscious belief that links your desire to pain, you won\u2019t let yourself achieve it. The first step to getting rid of harmful subconscious beliefs is becoming aware of them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>God or Source Energy<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We are connected to a limitless power, but most of us use only a fraction of it. You can call this power whatever you like \u2014 God, Universe, Source Energy \u2014 but what\u2019s important is developing an awareness of and relationship with the energy around and within you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Being Present<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of being in the moment, we worry about daily life. If we were living in the present, we\u2019d understand that life is a miracle. Being present gets you out of your head and connects you to Source Energy, which raises your frequency, which attracts things of like frequency to you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>The Ego<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When you try to break out of your comfort zone and live the life of your dreams, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/your-ego\/\">your Ego<\/a> may try to stop you with emotional and physical roadblocks. \u201cEgo\u201d refers to your \u201cshadow self,\u201d the part of you that, deep down, feels unworthy of love and success. The author refers to the Ego as the \u201cBig Snooze,\u201d or BS.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Self-Perception<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Too many of us have a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/negative-self-perception\/\">negative self-perception<\/a>. We think we&#8217;re inferior and inept. To counter this, try seeing yourself through the eyes of someone who admires you. This person will see only your full potential and talents. You can eventually become your own fan.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Leave Insecurity Behind and Love Yourself<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You need to do certain things to free yourself to live your best life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Accepting Yourself<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>This section of the <em>&#8220;<\/em>How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide says that when we love ourselves, we are free to live rich, authentic lives. But negative messages can fill us with false beliefs, fear, shame and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/overcoming-self-doubt\/\">self-doubt<\/a>. Fortunately, we can reclaim our self-love and rid ourselves of guilt, self-doubt and loathing to be and have everything we desire. One of the most important things you can do is <strong>appreciate just how special you truly are<\/strong>. Understand that there will never be anyone else exactly like you, and nobody In the world will use their gifts as you can.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Don\u2019t Worry About What Others Think<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>People often live in fear of what others think instead of celebrating who they are. This fear stops you from <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/getting-out-of-your-comfort-zone\/\">getting out of your comfort zone<\/a> and reaching your full potential. When you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/stop-caring-what-others-think\/\">stop caring what other people think<\/a> you become your most powerful self.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>How do you move to a place where you\u2019re unaffected by the opinions of others? The key is not just denying the criticism any power over you, but also not getting caught up in praise.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When we base our self-worth on what others think of us, we hand over all our power. You have to understand what\u2019s true for you, outside of anyone else\u2019s opinion, good or bad, and hold onto that. Everything else is just someone else\u2019s perception of reality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Figure Out Your Purpose<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019re all born with unique and valuable gifts to share with the world. When we put them to real use, we get to live a life of purpose. But sometimes <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/finding-your-purpose\/\">finding your purpose<\/a> can be a confusing process. One of the things you can do when you\u2019re unsure of your purpose is to just take a step. Instead of wasting time trying to figure out the perfect next move, just do something. Pay attention to suggestions and opportunities all around you \u2014 and pay attention to how you feel about these options. Does something strike a chord with you? If so, pursue it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tapping Into the Source<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>This section explains how to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/raise-your-frequency\/\">connect to Source Energy<\/a> to get into top mental and spiritual shape. When you\u2019re connected to Source Energy, you can create your new reality.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Meditation<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The goal of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/eckhart-tolle-meditation-mindfulness\/\">meditation<\/a> is to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/relaxed-concentration\/\">quiet your mind<\/a> of all the chatter so you can connect to Source Energy and hear your inner guidance. The basic steps to meditation include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Sit up straight in a comfortable cross-legged position; hands on knees or in lap.<\/li><li>Close your eyes (or open, gazing softly at a spot on the ground) and focus on your breathing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Release any thoughts that come into your brain and focus back on breathing.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Keep your mind as clear and empty as possible to allow flashes of intuition.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Thoughts Create Your Reality<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Your thoughts and beliefs dictate your reality, so if you want to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/rewrite-your-story\/\">change your reality<\/a>, you have to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/change-your-thoughts\/\">change your thoughts<\/a>. When you change your thinking, you\u2019ll see evidence of a new life being created around you.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Everything you want is available to you; you just have to shift your perception to see it become reality. Your job isn\u2019t to figure out <em>how<\/em> your dreams will become reality; you job is to know what you want and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/to-give-is-to-receive\/\">be open to receiving<\/a> the how. You do this with your thoughts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Keep your thoughts directed toward your goal, do what you know to do to keep moving in the right direction, and be on the lookout for your opportunities.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get in Touch With Your Younger Self<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If we harness the ability we had in our youth to live our dreams, we can reach our goals and live with more joy. Try these strategies:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>See what you can get away with<\/strong>. Go after life with a sense of \u201cwhy not?\u201d&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Find what makes you lose track of time<\/strong>. Make doing things you love a priority.<\/li><li>&nbsp;<strong>Let the Beginner live alongside the Expert<\/strong>. Continue to hone your skills and take your craft seriously, but don\u2019t lose the fun in the process.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Give and Receive<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you want to attract good things and feelings into your life, you must send good things out to everyone around you. Here are some tips on getting into the give-and-take flow:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Pick one or two causes meaningful to you. Give to them consistently.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Give away something you love. If possible, don\u2019t let them know where it came from.&nbsp;<\/li><li>Leave a dollar more than you normally would every time you tip.<\/li><li>If someone is snarky, respond with love. Smile, compliment, and make people laugh.<\/li><li>Say yes to offers instead of being afraid of inconveniencing someone.<\/li><li>Feel how good it feels when you <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/giving-and-receiving\/\">give and receive<\/a>.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Gratitude<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The more you can stay in a state of gratitude, the stronger your connection to Source Energy and the more effortlessly you\u2019ll be able to manifest something you can\u2019t see into your reality. Tips on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/practicing-gratitude\/\">practicing gratitude<\/a> include finding the good in any situation and finding 10 things to be thankful for every day.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Forgiveness<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When you hold onto resentment, you give away your power. It\u2019s like \u201ctaking poison and waiting for your enemies to die.\u201d When you carry around guilt, shame and resentment, your Ego is in charge. It holds onto the past, keeps you a prisoner to your pain, and lowers your frequency. But when you decide to forgive and let negative feelings melt away, you are on the path to freedom. Your higher self is in charge and you own your power, banishing the anger, resentment and hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Go With the Flow<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Going with the flow of life, dealing with the unexpected in a positive way, and finding the joy in frustrating situations are ways to grow as a person and create a richer life.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Getting Over Your Own BS<\/strong> to Be a Badass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Section 4 in the <em>&#8220;<\/em>How to Be a Badass&#8221;<em> <\/em>guide<em> <\/em>talks about making changes to create the reality you\u2019ve always wanted.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Let Go of Your Old Story<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If you stop focusing on negative, self-limiting stories that frame your reality, you\u2019ll realize that you can create any reality you want. To start shifting your current perspective and rewire a new story for yourself, it\u2019s important to know what your self-sabotaging stories are and what you\u2019re gaining from them, and then replace the old stories with new, powerful ones.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stop Procrastinating<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Procrastination is an easy form of self-sabotage; there\u2019s no shortage of fun things you can do to help you procrastinate, as well as people eager <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/to-procrastinate\/\">to procrastinate<\/a> with you. Part of procrastinating is simply not going for a challenge or experience we really want because we tell ourselves we\u2019re \u201cnot qualified.\u201d&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We put a ton of energy in to coming up with excuses why we can\u2019t be, do, or have what we want; what if we focused all that energy on going for it instead? When you go for it \u2014 just do it or start it \u2014 instead of finding excuses, you can change your life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Stop Feeling Overwhelmed<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>There are three common complaints behind our feelings of overwhelm that you can address:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>\u201cThere\u2019s not enough time.\u201d <\/strong>You can start handling time better by showing time some respect \u2014 if you\u2019re always late, start being early. Identify your favorite time-wasters and guard against them, and try breaking down a task into bite-sized pieces.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>\u201cThere\u2019s too much to do<\/strong>.\u201d When you feel overwhelmed, try <em>not<\/em> talking about how busy you are. Get some help; delegate and learn to prioritize. Take care of your own priorities first before helping someone else.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>\u201cI\u2019m exhausted.\u201d<\/strong> Listen to your body and take care of yourself.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Get Rid of Fear<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When we\u2019re ready to break out of our comfort zones and start creating a new life, we\u2019re often held back by fear. Tips for navigating your way through fear include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Look to the past<\/strong>. Think about something in your past you were afraid of. How do you feel about it now? Does it even give you a twinge of fear anymore? When you face your next challenge, remember that no matter how big it feels now, someday it will seem insignificant.<\/li><li><strong>Try a different perspective<\/strong>. Break it down and pinpoint what you\u2019re <em>really<\/em> afraid of, and then flip it around to make it work for you.<\/li><li><strong>Be in the moment<\/strong>: Being afraid before something happens depletes your energy.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Limit the negative input you receive<\/strong>. Keep your frequency high.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t think about upsetting things in bed at night<\/strong>. There\u2019s nothing you can do about them at that point, and inevitably the next morning they don\u2019t seem as scary.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seeing Others as Mirrors<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When someone annoys you, you\u2019re projecting onto them something you hate about yourself, or their behavior triggers a fear or insecurity. When you stop projecting your own insecurities and negative qualities, you are free to become your highest self. Here\u2019s how to start:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Own your own faults<\/strong>. Notice what\u2019s driving you nuts about other people. Is this a quality you have? Does it remind you of something you&#8217;re trying to avoid or suppress?<\/li><li><strong>Dig deeper<\/strong>. Once you\u2019ve identified what part of yourself you\u2019re projecting onto the person who is irritating you, you can start to let it go.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Understand what you\u2019re getting out of the situation<\/strong>. Figure out the false benefits this negative behavior brings you.<\/li><li><strong>Ask yourself how it would feel if you changed the behavior<\/strong>. Understand what it would be like <em>not to <\/em>live this way, and then release the behavior.<\/li><li><strong>Don\u2019t be an enabler. <\/strong>If you\u2019re constantly bailing someone out, they\u2019ll never discover how to save themselves.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Get rid of toxic people<\/strong>. There are times you\u2019ll need to get away from someone who is chronically self-obsessed, or violent, or negative, or otherwise toxic. Cut the cord.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How to Go Forth and Live Your Dreams<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Figure out what you need to do to take action as you create your new life, which is an important part of <em>You Are a Badass<\/em>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Deciding<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>When you decide to go for your goal, you stop listening to your excuses and change your habits. To do this you need to truly want your goal, become a swift decision-maker, stop negotiating your decisions, and learn to stay the course.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Making Money<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Money is energy. When you are operating at a high frequency, you align your energy with the money you seek and manifest the money you want and need to fuel your new life. We can nurture our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/relationship-with-money\/\">relationship with money<\/a> by observing important rules of wealth consciousness:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Focus on abundance<\/strong>. We live in an abundant universe, so drop the belief that you shouldn\u2019t take too much of anything, money included.<\/li><li><strong>Heal your relationship with money<\/strong>. Create an affirmation around the idea of \u201cmoney comes to me all the time.\u201d Repeat it during your day.<\/li><li><strong>Get clear on where you want to be<\/strong>. Think about the life that will make you happy. Figure out how much this life will cost and set out to manifest the money you need.<\/li><li><strong>Raise your frequency<\/strong>. Get in alignment with the kind of money you want to manifest.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Put yourself in the best shape to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/manifest-more-money\/\">manifest money<\/a><\/strong>. This includes finding a sense of urgency, raising your own bottom line, envisioning your new life, taking action, and continuing to seek knowledge and coaching.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Surrendering<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes we want something so badly and work tirelessly to achieve it, but end up pushing it away because we\u2019re afraid. We try to control our circumstances via our old patterns and limiting beliefs. We try to take charge, which is fear-based thinking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The answer is to <em>surrender<\/em>, allowing The Universe to do its job. Allowing is love-based thinking. Surrendering isn\u2019t letting go or giving up; it\u2019s releasing the outcome to The Universe and having faith that our deepest desires are coming into our lives. If you want to know how to be a badass, you need to know <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shortform.com\/blog\/how-to-surrender-eckhart-tolle\/\">how to surrender<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Taking Action<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Lots of people want to change but don\u2019t succeed because they don\u2019t want to leave their comfort zone. Try these strategies from the &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide to make changes and break out of your comfort zone:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Lose your bad habits<\/strong>:<strong> <\/strong>What bad habits keep you stuck? Trade those habits for the kinds of habits successful people possess.<\/li><li><strong>Breathe<\/strong>: Deep-breathing exercises keep you connected to Source Energy.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Surround yourself with positive, successful people<\/strong>.<\/li><li><strong>Set honest goals<\/strong>: If you rarely get off the couch, don\u2019t vow to run 10 miles a day. Rather, start with half a mile a day.<\/li><li><strong>Read your manifesto<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Write down your vision of an ideal life and read it before you go to bed and when you wake up.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Get help<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Getting a coach or mentor can help you make faster changes in your life.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>Get physical: <\/strong>Using your body, along with your mind and soul, gives you more power to create your ideal life.<\/li><li><strong>Figure out what makes you feel great<\/strong><strong>: <\/strong>Surround yourself with the things that make you feel awesome, whether it\u2019s a song playlist, clothes you feel great in, or pictures of people who think you\u2019re fantastic.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Belief<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Whatever you desire to do with your life, be it start a business, lose weight, build an orphanage or direct movies \u2014 believe it\u2019s possible, available to you, and that you deserve it \u2014 no matter what anyone else thinks or believes is possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Note: This &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide is not meant to be a supplement for reading the full book but is a brief overview of the main concepts and ideas.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Are you stuck in a rut? Are you struggling to reach your potential? Do you want to learn how to be a badass according to Jen Sincero&#8217;s book? In this &#8220;How to Be a Badass&#8221; guide, author Jen Sincero&#8217;s life advice is condensed down into quick and easy lessons. Sincero shares wisdom about creating a new life, doing things you never thought you\u2019d do, believing in things you can\u2019t see, and pushing past your fears. 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