Is Fear of The Unknown Holding You Back?
Ask yourself this question... Is fear of the unknown holding you back from achieving your dreams? Fear is a powerful motivator and believe it or not....Unconscious fear of disappointment, failure or even success can be holding you back.
Moving into uncharted territory can be scary and overwhelming but it gives you a golden opportunity to blossom and grow as your knowledge expands. Out-of-date information and facts can affect your actions and decisions which in turn restrict your progress.
As you gain knowledge, experience and take action your fear will disappear and your confidence will increase. It takes courage to step outside your comfort zone and taking baby steps each and every day will move you forward and closer to your dreams and goals.
In order to grow and broaden your horizons you need to take those first steps. Taking action each and every day is a critical part of moving forward. Sometimes the smallest change can made the biggest difference. Seize the moment. Don’t let opportunities pass you by…Take advantage of each and every one.
“You don't have to get it right... Just get it going!”
~ Mike Litman ~
Beginning your ‘Journey of Discovery’ others...including family and friends will try to ‘rain on your parade’. Never lose heart and above all…keep your dreams alive. Don't let your fears or the negativity of others keep holding you back.
More importantly, find like minded people to share your dreams and goals with who will nurture, inspire and guide you along your journey. Your goals and expectations will evolve before your eyes as your confidence and knowledge grows.
Don’t limit yourself by refusing to learn or to ask questions. It’s often been said…”The only ‘stupid’ question is the one not asked!”
The more you know, the easier it will be to focus on what’s important. And… I'm sure you're already aware that...Knowledge Is Power!
Set goals to inspire you! And use mistakes as corrective feedback to get you back on track. It's important to set realistic goals and congratulate yourself on each and every achievement... no matter how small.
There's no use living dreams in your head... you need to experience them. Be encouraged to embrace your dreams and don’t allow your fears to stand in the way of your ultimate success...Demand the best for yourself, believe in yourself and the potential within you to succeed.
Spread Your Wings And Soar Like An Eagle... As You Begin Your Journey of Discovery And Make Your Dreams A Reality!













Comment by monawea on 15 July 2008:
Great article Gaida! I know fear has held me back in the past and sometimes still does. I love the part where you said “keep your dreams alive”. So often we let our dreams die because of our lack of confidence in ourselves.
Thanks for the encouragement.
Comment by GaidaR on 15 July 2008:
Thank you Mona… glad you enjoyed it as much as I did writing it. I’m sure for many of us fear holds us back from achieving our potential in life. Keeping your dreams alive helps to give you focus to direct your energy to and to strive for more in life.
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Comment by Desi @ TheItalianVoice on 17 July 2008:
I really loved this article, it’s so much true!! I used to have a lot of fear which prevailed on my dreams and, when I decided that I absolutely needed to try, I started to see myself succeeding and even becoming braver than before, every time. This gave me and is still giving me the right motivation to go on!!
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Comment by Trisha on 26 July 2008:
Yes, it is but I am slowly working on it and getting less afraid.
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