Is Fear Holding You Back?

Is fear holding you back? Is fear keeping you from living the life you've been dreaming? I've spoken with many people who are afraid to try something new. They are afraid that they won't handle the situation just perfect, or they are afraid of rejection. If your fear is based on a lifetime of rejection or failures then it's imperative that you seek counseling and/or coaching to help you deal with these serious issues. But if your fear is merely based on you because you are moving out of your comfort zone, then it is time to face your fear.

Ask yourself: If I do this...what will my life look like if I succeed? How will things change? What will this mean for me?

Then ask: If I do this....What will my life look like if things don't go as I had hoped? Does my life change? What are the alternatives? What would I have learned or gained from the situation?

Every situation in life whether it works as we planned, or not, are all situations that bring personal growth and learning. Every situation whether we win or loose can bring us closer to our ultimate destination.

Do you remember the saying, "It's better to have tried and failed than to have failed to try." ? By trying and failing you've still gained something...you've learned which only moves you forward. By not trying...you've gained nothing.