“I wouldn’t put it past him” is usually said about someone else. But what if we change the pronoun to “me”?

I wouldn’t put it past myself

Applied to yourself, it becomes honest self-reflection, showing awareness of your capabilities. Instead of only describing events, you use the phrase inwardly - acknowledging your ability for both good and bad and examining what that reveals about you.

You become an observer of yourself. This awareness does not excuse mistakes, but it prevents surprises. When you recognise that you wouldn’t put something past yourself, you admit that you are human, not a perfect version of yourself. Recognising your limits before you cross them is the only way to stay in control of your choices.

This perspective turns moments of self-doubt into opportunities to learn, and mistakes into reminders of what you can do differently, helping you avoid unnecessary disappointment.

Noticing your own patterns this way makes life a little easier. Give it a shot - you might be surprised how much clarity it brings.

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