Unpredictable Standards or Moving Goalposts

Expectations changed without warning; success criteria were unclear, inconsistent, or retroactively applied.

“I Am Incapable”

The belief “I Am Incapable” keeps you from trusting your ability to handle life. It often forms in…

“I Am In The Wrong Place”

You’re present—but not at home. The belief “I Am In The Wrong Place” forms when connection feels unsafe…

“I Am Powerless”

The belief “I Am Powerless” often forms in environments where autonomy was suppressed and safety depended on submission.…

“I Am Not in Control”

When “I Am Not In Control” is running the show, everything feels like too much. You either grip…

ADHD

ADHD isn’t just about focus — it’s about the internal rulebook that says you’re always falling behind. At…

Depression

Depression is more than low mood — it’s a signal from an outdated internal system. At ShiftGrit, we…