SlideShare a Scribd company logo
1 of 22
When Fear Holds Us Back
Michael Lee
http://www.choosetobelieve.net
There are many times in life when we
may have thought of taking a
courageous step forward, but there is
something or someone that stands in
our way that has led to indefinite
procrastination.
We may not admit it to ourselves; but in
reality, we are turning our back to the
real problem. Most of the time, people
fear the thought of taking a path less
travelled. Even though it might be a
path of their choice, they hold
themselves back, thinking that they are
inadequate.
But the real truth is that they are really
afraid of facing their deepest fears.
These fears are not related to
inadequacies, but they are simply
scared to believe that they can indeed
be the most powerful, talented or
famous in what they choose to be or do.
Breaking Out of a Comfortable Mould.
The thought of doing anything
worthwhile with our lives is indeed a
scary thought. Much as we crib and
complain about our current lifestyles,
we do not do anything to change it,
because we are fearful of breaking
away from a mould that suits us.
Most of the time, without us realising it,
fear becomes dominant in our lives.
Just because we are fearful of making a
big decision, we end up making many
small mistakes along the way and begin
to doubt our capabilities.
For instance, you may be mediocre in an
accounting job, but can excel as a writer
because you have the ability to enthral
people with the gift of your gab. You really
may be wishing to become a writer, but the
fear of being rejected as a published
author may be holding you back. Also,
because you are constantly thinking of
what could happen “if” you become a
writer, you actually end up
underperforming in your current
accounting job.
You may constantly make silly mistakes,
because your mind and heart are
elsewhere, and therefore end up inviting
the ire of your boss. Your boss walks up to
you and may chide you for your mistakes,
which leaves you feeling even more rotten,
because you know that those mistakes
really should not have been made.
So what you are essentially doing is
giving into your fear and letting it loom
large over your entire existence. So
what should you do?
In our example, what you should do is
quit the job that is making you feel
inadequate and concentrate on your
writing. Tell yourself you really can,
and you will be depriving the world of
some great literature if you do not put
yourself out wholeheartedly on paper.
You will not do yourself (or the people
around you) a favour by shrinking and
staying away from the spotlight. You think
it will make people insecure around you if
you start doing what you are really good at,
but just the opposite is true. When you are
really good at something and begin
following your heart, people are inspired
by you to follow their own hearts.
Besides, you are depriving the world of
getting a taste of something really
wonderful when you hold back your
true potential. Whether you can sing,
dance, write or be a great businessman,
you are born with some talent. And it is
up to you to recognise it and give it
your best shot! That is called finding
your true purpose in life.
Follow Your True Bliss.
The decision to change your life lies in
your hand. All you have to do is tell
yourself that you can and cast away
your fears once and for all! Don’t waste
your time thinking “what if?”
Plunge right in and take on every challenge
that comes your way. If you are able to do
this, there will be no place for worry, fear or
self doubt in your life. You will be a
confident person who will be prepared to
take on life head on! And moving forward
without fear is the only route that will lead
to success, no matter what your endeavour
is.
The feeling of letting fear go is really
liberating! When you let go of your
fears because of certain choices that
you make in life, you will be a happier
and more confident person.
In fact when you let go of your fears and
decide to take action, the universe starts
conspiring for you and will make things
fall in place. It’s not always going to be
easy, but it is definitely going to be worth
it. So let go of the fears that are limiting
you and move ahead with all your might!
Don’t wait for others to begin what you
will do to yourself. Muster up the courage
and be the master of your own decisions.
It is time to live life for yourself, in all
your glory!
Believe that you are born for greater
things and liberate yourself from a life of
ignominy. When you live your dreams,
you will realise the true potential of life.
The superb opportunities that life has to
offer will open up in front of you.
There is no promise of it being easy; but
when you choose to follow your dreams,
every step you take for yourself in the
right direction will be worth it! So
liberate yourself from all your fears and
charge ahead!
Presentation By:
Michael Lee
Persuasion Expert and Author
http://www.choosetobelieve.net

More Related Content

Recently uploaded

Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulationCirculation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
MedicoseAcademics
 
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
ocean4396
 
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants + pediatric case.pptx
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants  + pediatric case.pptxFailure to thrive in neonates and infants  + pediatric case.pptx
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants + pediatric case.pptx
claviclebrown44
 

Recently uploaded (20)

CONGENITAL HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS by Dr M.KARTHIK EMMANUEL
CONGENITAL HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS  by Dr M.KARTHIK EMMANUELCONGENITAL HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS  by Dr M.KARTHIK EMMANUEL
CONGENITAL HYPERTROPHIC PYLORIC STENOSIS by Dr M.KARTHIK EMMANUEL
 
Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulationCirculation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
Circulation through Special Regions -characteristics and regulation
 
HyperIgE syndrome: primary immune deficiency.pdf
HyperIgE syndrome: primary immune deficiency.pdfHyperIgE syndrome: primary immune deficiency.pdf
HyperIgE syndrome: primary immune deficiency.pdf
 
Introducing VarSeq Dx as a Medical Device in the European Union
Introducing VarSeq Dx as a Medical Device in the European UnionIntroducing VarSeq Dx as a Medical Device in the European Union
Introducing VarSeq Dx as a Medical Device in the European Union
 
TEST BANK For Huether and McCance's Understanding Pathophysiology, Canadian 2...
TEST BANK For Huether and McCance's Understanding Pathophysiology, Canadian 2...TEST BANK For Huether and McCance's Understanding Pathophysiology, Canadian 2...
TEST BANK For Huether and McCance's Understanding Pathophysiology, Canadian 2...
 
TEST BANK For Lewis's Medical Surgical Nursing in Canada, 4th Edition by Jane...
TEST BANK For Lewis's Medical Surgical Nursing in Canada, 4th Edition by Jane...TEST BANK For Lewis's Medical Surgical Nursing in Canada, 4th Edition by Jane...
TEST BANK For Lewis's Medical Surgical Nursing in Canada, 4th Edition by Jane...
 
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
CAS 110-63-4 BDO Liquid 1,4-Butanediol 1 4 BDO Warehouse Supply For Excellent...
 
TEST BANK for The Nursing Assistant Acute, Subacute, and Long-Term Care, 6th ...
TEST BANK for The Nursing Assistant Acute, Subacute, and Long-Term Care, 6th ...TEST BANK for The Nursing Assistant Acute, Subacute, and Long-Term Care, 6th ...
TEST BANK for The Nursing Assistant Acute, Subacute, and Long-Term Care, 6th ...
 
Mgr university bsc nursing adult health previous question paper with answers
Mgr university  bsc nursing adult health previous question paper with answersMgr university  bsc nursing adult health previous question paper with answers
Mgr university bsc nursing adult health previous question paper with answers
 
Evidence-based practiceEBP) in physiotherapy
Evidence-based practiceEBP) in physiotherapyEvidence-based practiceEBP) in physiotherapy
Evidence-based practiceEBP) in physiotherapy
 
Cervical screening – taking care of your health flipchart (Vietnamese)
Cervical screening – taking care of your health flipchart (Vietnamese)Cervical screening – taking care of your health flipchart (Vietnamese)
Cervical screening – taking care of your health flipchart (Vietnamese)
 
A thorough review of supernormal conduction.pptx
A thorough review of supernormal conduction.pptxA thorough review of supernormal conduction.pptx
A thorough review of supernormal conduction.pptx
 
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants + pediatric case.pptx
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants  + pediatric case.pptxFailure to thrive in neonates and infants  + pediatric case.pptx
Failure to thrive in neonates and infants + pediatric case.pptx
 
Is Rheumatoid Arthritis a Metabolic Disorder.pptx
Is Rheumatoid Arthritis a Metabolic Disorder.pptxIs Rheumatoid Arthritis a Metabolic Disorder.pptx
Is Rheumatoid Arthritis a Metabolic Disorder.pptx
 
SURGICAL ANATOMY OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY.pptx
SURGICAL ANATOMY OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY.pptxSURGICAL ANATOMY OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY.pptx
SURGICAL ANATOMY OF ORAL IMPLANTOLOGY.pptx
 
Tips and tricks to pass the cardiovascular station for PACES exam
Tips and tricks to pass the cardiovascular station for PACES examTips and tricks to pass the cardiovascular station for PACES exam
Tips and tricks to pass the cardiovascular station for PACES exam
 
Cas 28578-16-7 PMK ethyl glycidate ( new PMK powder) best suppler
Cas 28578-16-7 PMK ethyl glycidate ( new PMK powder) best supplerCas 28578-16-7 PMK ethyl glycidate ( new PMK powder) best suppler
Cas 28578-16-7 PMK ethyl glycidate ( new PMK powder) best suppler
 
5Cladba ADBB 5cladba buy 6cl adbb powder 5cl ADBB precursor materials
5Cladba ADBB 5cladba buy 6cl adbb powder 5cl ADBB precursor materials5Cladba ADBB 5cladba buy 6cl adbb powder 5cl ADBB precursor materials
5Cladba ADBB 5cladba buy 6cl adbb powder 5cl ADBB precursor materials
 
CT scan of penetrating abdominopelvic trauma
CT scan of penetrating abdominopelvic traumaCT scan of penetrating abdominopelvic trauma
CT scan of penetrating abdominopelvic trauma
 
5CL-ADB powder supplier 5cl adb 5cladba 5cl raw materials vendor on sale now
5CL-ADB powder supplier 5cl adb 5cladba 5cl raw materials vendor on sale now5CL-ADB powder supplier 5cl adb 5cladba 5cl raw materials vendor on sale now
5CL-ADB powder supplier 5cl adb 5cladba 5cl raw materials vendor on sale now
 

Featured

How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthHow Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
ThinkNow
 
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie InsightsSocial Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
Kurio // The Social Media Age(ncy)
 

Featured (20)

2024 State of Marketing Report – by Hubspot
2024 State of Marketing Report – by Hubspot2024 State of Marketing Report – by Hubspot
2024 State of Marketing Report – by Hubspot
 
Everything You Need To Know About ChatGPT
Everything You Need To Know About ChatGPTEverything You Need To Know About ChatGPT
Everything You Need To Know About ChatGPT
 
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage Engineerings
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage EngineeringsProduct Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage Engineerings
Product Design Trends in 2024 | Teenage Engineerings
 
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental HealthHow Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
How Race, Age and Gender Shape Attitudes Towards Mental Health
 
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdf
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdfAI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdf
AI Trends in Creative Operations 2024 by Artwork Flow.pdf
 
Skeleton Culture Code
Skeleton Culture CodeSkeleton Culture Code
Skeleton Culture Code
 
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024
PEPSICO Presentation to CAGNY Conference Feb 2024
 
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)
Content Methodology: A Best Practices Report (Webinar)
 
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024
How to Prepare For a Successful Job Search for 2024
 
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie InsightsSocial Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
Social Media Marketing Trends 2024 // The Global Indie Insights
 
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024
Trends In Paid Search: Navigating The Digital Landscape In 2024
 
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summary
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summary5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summary
5 Public speaking tips from TED - Visualized summary
 
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd
ChatGPT and the Future of Work - Clark Boyd
 
Getting into the tech field. what next
Getting into the tech field. what next Getting into the tech field. what next
Getting into the tech field. what next
 
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search Intent
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search IntentGoogle's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search Intent
Google's Just Not That Into You: Understanding Core Updates & Search Intent
 
How to have difficult conversations
How to have difficult conversations How to have difficult conversations
How to have difficult conversations
 
Introduction to Data Science
Introduction to Data ScienceIntroduction to Data Science
Introduction to Data Science
 
Time Management & Productivity - Best Practices
Time Management & Productivity -  Best PracticesTime Management & Productivity -  Best Practices
Time Management & Productivity - Best Practices
 
The six step guide to practical project management
The six step guide to practical project managementThe six step guide to practical project management
The six step guide to practical project management
 
Beginners Guide to TikTok for Search - Rachel Pearson - We are Tilt __ Bright...
Beginners Guide to TikTok for Search - Rachel Pearson - We are Tilt __ Bright...Beginners Guide to TikTok for Search - Rachel Pearson - We are Tilt __ Bright...
Beginners Guide to TikTok for Search - Rachel Pearson - We are Tilt __ Bright...
 

When Fear Holds Us Back

  • 1. When Fear Holds Us Back Michael Lee http://www.choosetobelieve.net
  • 2. There are many times in life when we may have thought of taking a courageous step forward, but there is something or someone that stands in our way that has led to indefinite procrastination.
  • 3. We may not admit it to ourselves; but in reality, we are turning our back to the real problem. Most of the time, people fear the thought of taking a path less travelled. Even though it might be a path of their choice, they hold themselves back, thinking that they are inadequate.
  • 4. But the real truth is that they are really afraid of facing their deepest fears. These fears are not related to inadequacies, but they are simply scared to believe that they can indeed be the most powerful, talented or famous in what they choose to be or do.
  • 5. Breaking Out of a Comfortable Mould.
  • 6. The thought of doing anything worthwhile with our lives is indeed a scary thought. Much as we crib and complain about our current lifestyles, we do not do anything to change it, because we are fearful of breaking away from a mould that suits us.
  • 7. Most of the time, without us realising it, fear becomes dominant in our lives. Just because we are fearful of making a big decision, we end up making many small mistakes along the way and begin to doubt our capabilities.
  • 8. For instance, you may be mediocre in an accounting job, but can excel as a writer because you have the ability to enthral people with the gift of your gab. You really may be wishing to become a writer, but the fear of being rejected as a published author may be holding you back. Also, because you are constantly thinking of what could happen “if” you become a writer, you actually end up underperforming in your current accounting job.
  • 9. You may constantly make silly mistakes, because your mind and heart are elsewhere, and therefore end up inviting the ire of your boss. Your boss walks up to you and may chide you for your mistakes, which leaves you feeling even more rotten, because you know that those mistakes really should not have been made.
  • 10. So what you are essentially doing is giving into your fear and letting it loom large over your entire existence. So what should you do?
  • 11. In our example, what you should do is quit the job that is making you feel inadequate and concentrate on your writing. Tell yourself you really can, and you will be depriving the world of some great literature if you do not put yourself out wholeheartedly on paper.
  • 12. You will not do yourself (or the people around you) a favour by shrinking and staying away from the spotlight. You think it will make people insecure around you if you start doing what you are really good at, but just the opposite is true. When you are really good at something and begin following your heart, people are inspired by you to follow their own hearts.
  • 13. Besides, you are depriving the world of getting a taste of something really wonderful when you hold back your true potential. Whether you can sing, dance, write or be a great businessman, you are born with some talent. And it is up to you to recognise it and give it your best shot! That is called finding your true purpose in life.
  • 15. The decision to change your life lies in your hand. All you have to do is tell yourself that you can and cast away your fears once and for all! Don’t waste your time thinking “what if?”
  • 16. Plunge right in and take on every challenge that comes your way. If you are able to do this, there will be no place for worry, fear or self doubt in your life. You will be a confident person who will be prepared to take on life head on! And moving forward without fear is the only route that will lead to success, no matter what your endeavour is.
  • 17. The feeling of letting fear go is really liberating! When you let go of your fears because of certain choices that you make in life, you will be a happier and more confident person.
  • 18. In fact when you let go of your fears and decide to take action, the universe starts conspiring for you and will make things fall in place. It’s not always going to be easy, but it is definitely going to be worth it. So let go of the fears that are limiting you and move ahead with all your might!
  • 19. Don’t wait for others to begin what you will do to yourself. Muster up the courage and be the master of your own decisions. It is time to live life for yourself, in all your glory!
  • 20. Believe that you are born for greater things and liberate yourself from a life of ignominy. When you live your dreams, you will realise the true potential of life. The superb opportunities that life has to offer will open up in front of you.
  • 21. There is no promise of it being easy; but when you choose to follow your dreams, every step you take for yourself in the right direction will be worth it! So liberate yourself from all your fears and charge ahead!
  • 22. Presentation By: Michael Lee Persuasion Expert and Author http://www.choosetobelieve.net