I’ve decided to focus the next few episodes on momentum, specifically two topics: momentum accelerators and momentum decelerators. We are going to kick off the momentum series talking about a common emotion we all feel, FEAR: False Evidence Appearing Real. We’ll also explore how fear negatively impacts our momentum.
When we think of momentum, we think of a series of wins, accomplishments, and successes, but momentum is more than that! If you can build long-term positive momentum, it will lead you to breakthrough. You know and feel when you have momentum because you are at the top of your game.
Christy tells us that fear manifests itself in different ways for different people. Some people can operate in fear, and others become paralyzed by fear. She associates delay, lack of movement and momentum, not able to see the dream or goal. The tough part about fear is that fear is abstract. These feelings and emotions start to accumulate and manifest. We need to figure out how to harness fear, how to control fear, and how to address fear.
There’s a balance of not moving because you don’t know what to do and not moving because you’re afraid. Your fear can be externally driven or driven from your own subconscious negative beliefs, which are internal. External fears are easier to fix because we can rationalize the fear and internal fears are harder to process because we have to admit to the fear before we can eliminate it.
From this point, you need to recognize, acknowledge your fear then get momentum to move into perpetual motion toward eliminating your fear. Perpetual motion means doing an activity that matters, not being busy. This type of movement must be intentionally directed.
Listen in to find out what fears people deal with the most, fear of failure and fear of success, why internalizing your fear gives your fear more power, the significance of the power of the spoken word, and fear of change. Find out what you will receive when you flip to the other side of the fear coin!
If you’re ready for change and have made a personal goal to achieve what you want. Be willing to commit, be prepared for the challenge, and be prepared for growth! Consider the East Week Forum Mastermind for entrepreneurs and the Career Accelerator Mastermind for individuals who are ready to unleash their full potential. Find more information in the resources and links below!
In This Episode:
[01:49] What is momentum?
[04:39] How I’ve witnessed fear as a momentum decelerator in other’s lives.
[08:32] Christy's history and how she created her message.
[11:40] How Christy defines fear.
[13:36] The tough part about fear is that fear is abstract. Fear is a fear not a fact.
[15:28] Procrastination is a symptom of fear.
[17:32] Fear can be externally driven or internally driven.
[20:22] Are you busy or are you productive?
[22:44] Types of fears people struggle with the most.
[33:52] Fear of being in reality.
[40:46] Ways Christy has seen fear manifest itself and show up.
[47:48] Why we don’t want to fully acknowledge how great we really are.
[53:00] “You look like the weight of the world just fell off your shoulders.”
[98:10] We talk about fear and don’t move toward solutions.
[101:52] Fears based on what our family members have told us.
[106:38] Writing up accomplishments that I’ve done.
[111:40] The other side of the fear coin is confidence, joy and momentum.
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