Belief in the Impossible

“Faith is believing in things when common sense tells you not to.” – Miracle on 34th Street

Belief is the spark that ignites all achievement. It is a quiet force we must access in both the highs and lows of our journey. Every great human accomplishment begins with the conviction that what we are working toward is not only possible but inevitable—no matter how far it feels from where we stand today. Sometimes belief is cultivated through structured learning: studying philosophy, spiritual texts, or the wisdom of mentors. Other times, it’s born from experience—thrust into circumstances where logic fails, and faith becomes our only lifeline.

As entrepreneurs, belief is not optional—it’s foundational. It’s the invisible scaffolding we build upon. I recently launched a new product in my business: a monthly recurring service that supports professionals in creating, sustaining, and growing a compelling online presence. This required a deep shift in focus. I had to move from worrying about how I’d get customers or make it work—to believing in the true value of what I was offering. We become what we focus on. If I dwell on uncertainty, I attract more of it. But if I act from belief—deep, grounded belief—I create momentum, customers, and results.

Of course, believing doesn’t mean ignoring reality—it means choosing a different lens. The lens of possibility. I’ve felt the weight of fear and the paralysis of doubt. I’ve stood face-to-face with uncertainty. But in those moments, I’ve found that the only way out is through. Not around. Through. You have to walk into the fire—because that’s where you find your strength.

When you’re launching something new, whether it’s a product, a project, or a new version of yourself, belief is the thread that holds everything together when the evidence hasn’t shown up yet. It’s what drives you to take action before results arrive. It’s what powers you through resistance and setbacks. Without belief, no amount of strategy can save you.

I’m reminded that success is often a lagging indicator. The results we seek don’t appear the moment we start working. They show up after a season of watering seeds, often invisible beneath the surface. And so we wait. And believe. And build anyway. Because belief isn’t about certainty—it’s about commitment.

Practical Tips to Stack Your Wins

✅ Start with Why

Reconnect with the reason you started your project or business in the first place. Purpose fuels belief.

✅ Visualize the Outcome

See the result before it exists. Make it feel real in your mind, then act accordingly.

✅ Reframe Setbacks

When something goes wrong, don’t interpret it as failure—interpret it as feedback. Then keep moving forward with belief.

Mantra for the Day

I believe in what I can’t yet see, and I act as if it’s already mine.

Daily Reflection

What’s one area of your life or business where belief feels hard to access right now—and what would change if you chose to believe anyway?