Once, in the vast and boundless forest, there lived a young elephant named Adorini. She roamed freely with her mother. The sky was her roof, the earth her home. But one day, her world was shattered. Hunters captured her, and the chains of captivity replaced the embrace of freedom.

She was sold to a circus, where her feet were bound by thick iron chains fastened to an unyielding pole. Adorini, once a child of the wild, now found her world reduced to a six-foot circle.

At first, she resisted. She pulled, she tugged, she fought with all her might. But the chains did not break. Only her legs bled, and the pain of struggle deepened. Again and again, she tried—until her spirit grew weary. Slowly, a belief took root in her mind: This chain is unbreakable. My world is only as far as this chain allows.

Time passed, and Adorini grew. The once-tiny calf became a mighty elephant, her body strong enough to uproot trees. Yet, in her mind, she remained powerless. She no longer questioned the chain, no longer tested its strength. She had accepted her world as a six-foot radius, though the chain that bound her was now tied to nothing more than a feeble wooden stake.

One night, a fire engulfed the circus. The trainers fled for their lives, leaving everything behind. The flames roared, consuming the tents, the wooden poles, and all in their path.

When the fire was finally extinguished, Adorini’s massive body lay still, turned to ashes. Her chains remained, though the post that once held her had long burned away. Freedom was always within her reach, yet she never attempted to break free. She was never truly bound by the chain—only by her belief in its power over her.

Adorini’s story is not just the story of a circus elephant. It is the story of countless men and women who live within the invisible walls of their own minds. Like Adorini, they are held not by real limitations, but by beliefs they have unknowingly accepted as truth. How many of us remain trapped in chains that exist only in our imagination? How many possibilities do we abandon simply because we once tried and failed? The world is vast, yet we remain within the small circles of our own making.

In this vast world, countless men and women, like the unfortunate elephant, remain bound by the invisible chains of false beliefs. These chains are not forged from iron but from thoughts—subtle yet powerful, holding them back from their true potential.

False beliefs take many forms: “My fate is sealed in misfortune…” “I am not capable of handling such great responsibilities…” “He studied in English; I can never compete with him…” “This change is too difficult for me to embrace…” “My life is destined to be full of sorrow…” “I am powerless to achieve anything great…” “Happiness will never come to me…” “My illness will never heal…”

Like a hypnotic trance, these beliefs take root, shaping the reality of those who hold them. Dr. Maxwell Maltz describes belief as a form of self-hypnosis. He explains that every individual is, to some extent, hypnotized—either by the influence of others or by the ideas they have repeated to themselves over time.

When a hypnotist plants a suggestion in the mind of a subject, that person begins to live by it, unable to distinguish it from reality. In the same way, when we accept limiting beliefs without question, we unknowingly surrender to their power.

The hypnotic state is not a state of unconsciousness, but rather a heightened state of awareness—though within a narrowed range. This state is created through deep focus, where the mind disengages from distractions and becomes highly receptive. In such moments, the right hemisphere of the brain, the seat of imagination and intuition, takes over, dissolving the logical barriers imposed by the left hemisphere.

You may have witnessed how a person under hypnosis exhibits extraordinary abilities—unshakable confidence, immense strength, and even remarkable control over pain. But these powers were always within them. Hypnosis did not create them; it merely removed the false barriers of doubt and limitation.

Just as a hypnotized individual unknowingly follows implanted suggestions, those trapped in false beliefs unknowingly impose limitations upon themselves. They remain blind to the vast potential hidden within. Influenced by past failures, negative experiences, and the fears of those around them, they live in a prison whose bars exist only in their minds.

But there is a way to break these chains. Dr. Maxwell Maltz’s Psycho-Cybernetics offers a simple yet profound approach to freeing oneself from the captivity of false beliefs. The journey to self-liberation begins with awareness. Let us begin.

 

Recognizing the Chains That Bind You

Take a moment. Sit in stillness. With a pen and paper in hand, reflect deeply on the following questions. Write down your answers with sincerity, for awareness is the first step to transformation.

1️⃣ Do you find yourself fearful or anxious in situations that are not true threats?

• Do you hesitate before speaking to a stranger?
• Do you feel discomfort discussing financial matters, such as a bill with a mechanic?
• Do you avoid conversations with those in authority?
• Ask yourself: Why do I perceive these situations as harmful?

2️⃣ Do you believe that unseen forces or unfortunate circumstances are preventing your success?

• What is it that you are striving for?
• What specific situations seem to block your progress?
• Complete this sentence: I would be ______ if not for ______.

3️⃣ Have you ever told yourself, ‘I can’t,’ ‘I’m not good enough,’ ‘I don’t deserve this’?

• What was the situation that triggered such thoughts?
• What exactly did you tell yourself?
• What goal were you pursuing?
• Write down: I believe that I can’t ______ because ______.

4️⃣ Do you find yourself delaying, hesitating, or making excuses on the path to your dreams?

• Have you put off a career shift?
• Have you resisted improving a relationship?
• Have you avoided taking a bold personal step?
• What emotions hold you back? Write them down clearly.

 

Have you completed your reflection? Now, look deeply—without judgment—at the reasons you have identified for your struggles. Observe them with the eyes of wisdom. Do you see fear? Doubt? Self-blame? These are not truths, but echoes of the past, the result of unconscious conditioning.

For too long, the same worn-out stories have played within your mind, like an old, broken record repeating itself to your subconscious. These thoughts are not your own; they are remnants of false beliefs—beliefs that have hypnotized you without your awareness.

Perhaps you resist these words. Perhaps a voice within still insists, "But my pain is real! I was humiliated! I am unworthy of success! I lack the qualities to attract others!"

If so, then go deeper. Do not turn away from this moment. Do not merely believe or disbelieve—seek to understand. Where did these beliefs take root? Who first planted them in your mind? And why have you continued to carry them as your own?

Take a pen and paper. Let us journey further. With sincerity and courage, write your answers to the following questions…

1. What is your earliest memory after gaining awareness?

— What was the event?

— How old were you?

— Who was with you?

— What emotions do you recall?

2. How would you describe yourself as a small child?

— What stories were told about you in your family?

— Did you feel like a cherished member of your family?

(Yes / No)

— What experiences made you feel this way?

— Did you have a nickname?

— Did you feel a sense of belonging in your family?

(Yes / No)

— If not, what events reinforced this feeling?

— How do you remember your early childhood, before starting school?

3. What was your experience in primary school?

— What moments stand out in your memory?

— What did your teachers say about you?

— What was usually written in your progress reports?

— How did you relate to other children?

(Very easily / Had a few close friends / Struggled to make friends)

— How did your classmates perceive you?

(Well-liked / Neutral / Overlooked)

Now, compare your answers. Do you see a pattern? Here, in these moments of childhood, lie the seeds of your self-perception—the source of your beliefs.

Psychologists tell us that before we step into school, our self-image is shaped by the words, actions, and stories of those around us—parents, siblings, relatives. Once we enter the world beyond home, our interactions with teachers and friends further reinforce these early perceptions of our abilities and limitations.

Perhaps, as a child, you often heard phrases like "You are not good enough," "You always fail," or "You will never succeed." These words, spoken repeatedly, became embedded in your subconscious. Like an unseen hypnotic spell, they confined your infinite potential—without you even realizing it.

But here is the great truth: false beliefs have no real power. They are illusions, created by repeated negative thoughts. And just as they were created, they can also be dismantled.

The path to freedom is simple and within your reach.

You now recognize that your limiting beliefs have no logical foundation. They are merely habits—thought patterns repeated so often that they feel like truth. But every habit can be changed.

You are not ordinary. Among the billions of people on this earth, there is no one exactly like you. You were born with unique gifts, and like every great soul before you, you have the power to cultivate them.

The Quantum Method offers a simple yet powerful practice to release yourself from negative conditioning:

1️⃣ Alpha Station Practice – Enter a deep state of relaxation and mentally list all your negative beliefs. One by one, cross them out, canceling their hold on you.

2️⃣ Instant Cancellation – When a negative thought arises, immediately say, “Repent, repent” or “Cancel, cancel.” Reject its power over you.

3️⃣ Autosuggestion & Affirmations – In the sacred space of your mind, plant new, empowering beliefs. Repeat positive affirmations daily, strengthening your inner resolve.

 

Through these practices, you will break free from the invisible chains that have held you back. And as you release falsehoods, you will rise—weightless, limitless—into the vast sky of infinite possibilities.

The doors of freedom are open. The path is before you. Walk forward in your true power.