you hostage. Unlock the shackles with these proven techniques:
Read on –> Justin Wright
There was a time when my emotions
ran my life, and fear kept me from reaching my full potential.
But one crucial revelation changed
everything. I realized that emotions are just information, and the power to respond to them was in my hands.
When I began to dismantle the walls of
irrational fear I’d erected in my mind, success started to follow. Justin Wright
Here’s how to conquer 7 common, yet
irrational fears standing between you and your dreams:
1) Fear of Failure – Stemming from a
desire for perfection, you conjure images of embarrassment, shame, and a loss of respect due to failure.
How to tackle it: Adopt the mantra “fail
forward”. Each setback paves the way for a future comeback.
All successful people have faced failure.
Thomas Edison had 1,000 unsuccessful attempts before inventing the light bulb. Justin Wright
2) Fear of Rejection – It holds you back
from taking risks or expressing ideas.
How to tackle it: Practice handling
rejection scenarios through role-playing with a trusted friend. Once comfortable, expose yourself to real-world situations where rejection is a possibility. Over time, the sting of rejection will lessen.
Fun Fact: J.K. Rowling faced rejection
from 12 publishers before Harry Potter was finally accepted. Justin Wright
3) Fear of Uncertainty – Craving control
is common, but the only aspect of life you can truly control is yourself.
How to tackle it: Embrace uncertainty
as a part of growth, and nurture your adaptability. Change your usual route to work, mix up your work environment, diversify your reading habits (if you usually read non-fiction, try a novel), or experiment with new tech tools.
Imagine if Jeff Bezos had let the fear of
uncertainty deter him when Amazon was just a small online bookstore. Justin Wright
4) Fear of Success – Sometimes, success
can be as intimidating as failure, especially when it might increase expectations and responsibilities.
How to tackle it: Envision yourself in
your desired successful position, effortlessly managing the heightened responsibilities. This mental rehearsal can help make the concept of success feel more familiar and less daunting.
“Don’t be afraid to give up the good to
go for the great.” – John D. Rockefeller Justin Wright
5) Fear of Not Being Good Enough –
This is a manifestation of imposter syndrome, where you doubt your abilities and qualifications.
How to tackle it: Be mindful and aware
of self-doubting thoughts and challenge them immediately. Ask: "Is this fact or fear-driven self-criticism?" Questioning can help disrupt the cycle of negativity.
Walt Disney was fired from a newspaper
for "lacking imagination" and faced several business failures. Can you imagine if he had let self-doubt stop him from eventually founding Disney? Justin Wright
6) Fear of Decision Making – It’s rooted in
anxiety about making a wrong choice that could lead to dire consequences.
How to tackle it: Develop the skill to
make informed decisions, combining intuition with data. Use techniques like fast forecasting and the Eisenhower Matrix for a systematic, logical approach.
“In any moment of decision, the best
thing you can do is the right thing, the next best is the wrong thing, and the worst thing you can do is nothing.” – Theodore Roosevelt Justin Wright
7) Fear of Becoming Obsolete – In this
rapidly evolving world, fear of being left behind can feel overwhelming.
How to tackle it: Commit to lifelong
learning, and stay curious about new trends and technologies. Carve out time each week to learning something new— a webinar, a podcast, a book.
Bear in mind, Netflix pivoted from a DVD
rental service to a streaming giant. You possess all the resources you need within you to evolve with the times. Justin Wright
Remember, the power to interpret and
react to your emotions lies within you.
Viktor Frankl, author of Man's Search For
Meaning, taught it in this way:
"Between the stimulus and response,
there is a space. In that space lies our freedom and our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our happiness."
Overcoming fear is a journey. Be patient
with yourself and celebrate the small victories. Your best life is waiting for you. Justin Wright
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