How do you overcome the fear of change? Many people choose to fight it and/or attempt to ignore. Why, because most are set in their ways and they are not open to new possibilities. Fear freezes them into a routine, and many times, it isn’t even one that is liked but familiarity is soothing.
Fear causes most people to focus on what can go wrong instead of the prospect of what can go right. Yes, things can and do go wrong but each time an attempt is made to embrace a change, growth is accomplished.
What’s for sure? Around each corner, lurks more change. Change is inevitable. As sure as each breath you take, each moment, your life is changing; sometimes in big ways and sometimes with little impact.
Do you fit into the “most people” category in this article? Next time you feel that pit in your stomach from thinking about the unknown, reach deeper, beyond the fear and find the courage to push forward. As you continue to move through this process, warm up to the idea of good change. Try it on for size, think positive about your outlook and fuel this energy into your prospect. Realize, regardless of the outcome, you are triumphing each and every time you trudge past your fear to try a new experience.
As you overcome your fear, you’re gifting yourself courage and this courage continues to define a solid foundation. This foundation is your pillar from which your confidence flourishes.
You’ll overcome fear, time and time again, by challenging yourself to face and accept change!
Click here to read a Michigan Magazine article on overcoming fear.
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