Never allow fear to stop you from achieving your dreams. We all have fears. The philosophy that we must adopt is “Be afraid but do it anyway.”
It’s important to recognize that fear is actually part of the process. I remember when my youngest grandson had just turned one and he was in the beginning stages of walking. It was a wonderful to experience to watch him. When he falls, he just gets back up. Nothing in his mindset says ”I don’t think this walking thing is for me.” He has fear but he’s committed to walking. He falls down, but he always gets back up.
Reframe the fear in your mind and realize that fear and setbacks are just temporary. Failure is part of success, and will result in opportunities for all of us to become better. In order to achieve great things, we must step out of our comfort zone. When we do that, the typical emotion is fear. Recognize that it is part of the process and go out and do it anyway. Do not allow fear to stop you in your tracks.
When you realize that fear is part of the process, you must look at the big picture. Instead of focusing on your fear, start focusing on what you accomplished in reaching your goals. Think about how you would feel and how your life would change. Instead of thinking about the fear, start thinking about your vision for success.
Start thinking about some of your previous accomplishments. Whether it’s sports or the business world. In the beginning, you experienced fear and being uncomfortable but you did it anyway. Start making a list of some of your accomplishments and take a look at that list anytime fear starts creeping in. You’ve overcome fear before and you will do it again.
Think about whatever task or opportunity is scaring you. You have an incredible opportunity staring you right in the face. You see others achieving incredible success. This is your time. It’s OK to be afraid but it’s time for you to make it happen. Invest whatever time or energy it takes. The more prepared you are, the fewer reasons you will have to be afraid.
Success involves taking risks. There will never be a better time to take the leap than right now. If you have a dream in your mind, there’s a reason for it. Do not waste this opportunity. Learn everything that you can about your opportunity. Find the people who are in life where you want to be and do what they do. There are no short cuts and it’s time for you to make that 100% commitment.
You are not alone, and your fears are not unique. Transform those fears into power. Never allow fear to bring you down. Give yourself the push you need to move to the next level. This is your time. Be afraid and do it anyway!
Happy Selling,
David
