The fear of failure keeps many of us on the sidelines. Instead of pushing our limits and trying something new, we continue with the same habits and practices as they are.
We tell ourselves our current ways are working. Our methods are time tested and proven because they get us consistent results. We try to get just a little better at the same things we've always done.
But just because the results are consistent doesn't mean they're the best results possible. People tend to reach a certain level of effectiveness and then get complacent. We're less willing to change.
However, excellence is never being satisfied with how things are. It's always pushing the limits. It's always seeking to learn, grow, and change.
Change demands we overcome our fears. Your fears are resisting your greatness.
What if I fail?
What if people don't like what I'm doing?
What if I get in over my head?
What if I don't have the talent or qualifications to make this work?
All of these "what ifs" are the resistance to your next level and making something great happen.
So instead of what if, reframe your resistance and think even if.
Even if I fail, I'll learn from it and keep going.
Even if people don't like what I'm doing, I won't give up.
Even if I get in over my head, I'll keep learning and problem solving.
Even if I don't feel like I have the talent or qualifications, I'll keep developing my talent and qualifications.
You have everything you need to pursue your excellence. Go for it. If you had no fear, what would you do?
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