EP116: How to Overcome Your Fears in Your Career & Life

Hey everyone, and welcome back to Coaching for Millennials. For all of us navigating this wild ride of adulting, some days it can feel like fear is holding the steering wheel, and we're stuck in the passenger seat. But what if we could snatch that power back?

Today, we're getting down into the roots of fear, understanding where it comes from, and how we can use it as fuel for success. Let's dive in!"

 

Dissecting Fear: Where Does it Live?

Fear isn't all bad – evolutionarily, it kept us safe. Our modern fears: failure, rejection, the unknown, public speaking, being 'seen'. How fear manifests: avoidance, procrastination, self-sabotage. Fear, Imposter Syndrome, & Limiting Beliefs Our inner critic - it's fueled by fear. "I'm not good enough," "I'll fail" – these are FEAR talking, not truth.

Limiting beliefs hold us back from opportunities and personal growth. Courage: The Antidote It's NOT about being fearless, but acting in spite of fear. Small acts of courage build confidence – like raising your hand in a meeting! Courage lets us pivot – saying 'no', or changing careers when we're unhappy.

Strategies for Mastering Your Fears Acknowledgement:

Name your fear (it loses power in the light). Challenge your thoughts: Is this fear realistic? What's the worst that could happen? Reframing: See fear as a sign you're stepping into growth territory. Visualization: Imagine yourself succeeding despite the fear.

Call to Action

"What's ONE tiny but courageous act you can commit to this week? Maybe it's sending that job application, asking for that raise, or even just having that difficult conversation. Write it down, put it somewhere visible, and DO IT!

Key Takeaways

Fear is normal, but it doesn't have to control you. Fear often shows up as imposter syndrome and limiting beliefs. Courage is a muscle, it grows stronger with use. Small acts of courage can lead to huge shifts in your life.

Positive Affirmations

I am capable of overcoming my fears.

I choose courage over comfort.

My fears do not define me.

I am stepping into my power.

Call to Action Identify one specific fear you have.

Write down a tiny action step you can take, despite that fear Do that action within the next 48 hours Share your success stories with the show!

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"Remember, you are far more powerful than your fears. Let's keep choosing courage, and I'll be right here cheering you on. Until next time!" #millennials #genZ #genX #courage #fear #life #career # purpose #passion #impostersyndrome #saboteur #overcome