What fears you in life?
WE CAN OVERCOME THESE FEARS TOGETHER.
Hey everyone! Welcome back to fearless pathways. Today, we’re tackling a topic that many of us struggle with—fear.
Fear can feel overwhelming, but the good news is, you don’t have to face it alone. Let’s dive into why it’s crucial to seek support when dealing with fear.
Fear is a universal emotion. Whether it’s fear of failure, rejection, or the unknown, we all experience it at some point in our lives. But what happens when we try to handle it all by ourselves?
When we keep our fears bottled up, they can grow and become even more daunting. It’s easy to feel like we’re the only ones struggling, but the truth is, everyone has their battles.
Facing fear alone can lead to a cycle of negative thoughts and feelings. It can create a sense of isolation, making us feel like we’re trapped in our own minds.
This isolation can prevent us from taking action and moving forward in life. We might convince ourselves that we’re not strong enough or that no one will understand. But that’s simply not true.
So, why is it important to reach out for support? Here are a few reasons:
Shared Experiences: “Sharing to others can help you realise that you’re not alone. Hearing others’ stories can provide comfort and perspective. But be careful who you share with, Not everyone is here to guide you”.
Encouragement: "Friends, family, or support groups can offer encouragement and motivation. They can remind you of your strengths and help you see the bigger picture. I also have plenty of video’s so just ask, and i can send you them privately”.
New Strategies: "Others may have faced similar fears and can share strategies that worked for them. You might discover new ways to cope that you hadn’t considered. But always try to work out your own strategies aswell”.
Emotional Relief: "Just expressing your fears can be a huge relief. It lightens the emotional load and can help you feel more empowered to tackle your challenges”.
I want to share a personal story about fear—my fear—and how I learned to overcome it. I hope my journey inspires you to face your own fears.
A while back, I found myself paralysed by fear. It was the fear of failure that really held me back. I had a dream of becoming a professional footballer but my lifestyle got ahead of me. Getting into trouble at school, home and on the streets. A wave of anxiety washed over me because I knew if I didn’t fix up, I was going to fail.
I worried about what my family and others would think about not being good enough, and about the possibility of failing. I was good at football, that wasn’t the problem, It was more of the fact of not being good enough in my day to day life, Good enough at being consistent. This fear kept me stuck in a cycle of procrastination and self-doubt.
After a while I reached a breaking point. I realised that if I didn’t confront my fear, I would never know what I was capable of. So, I decided to take action. If i knew I wasn’t going to succeed in this dream, then what could I do to show i’m trying, to show i’m not a failure. Because without failing, your not even trying-”Denzel Washington”.
Until One day, it all stopped. I got kicked out of school and from my family home. I was on the streets. Nowhere to sleep and no one to talk to. To my surprise, some friends shared their own experiences with fear and failure. Hearing their story made me feel less alone and gave me the courage to take that first step.
With newfound motivation, I set small, achievable goals. Instead of trying to tackle everything at once, I focused on one step at a time. Went to the council and sorted out a place so I could have somewhere to live. I was only 15 at the time, but I was hungry for change. I began by isolating myself from the badness. Crime, bad friends, bad energy. Unfortunately family can also be a big factor of feeling a type of way too. So yeah, thats what I did. It took a few years to sort myself out, but baby steps was key for me. I didn’t want too much stress.
Each small success built my confidence. I learned that fear doesn’t have to control me; it can be a signal to push forward instead.
Now, looking back, I realise that overcoming fear was one of the best decisions I ever made, Because look at me now.
See you next Wednesday with on topic being on courage. ADIOSSSS!!!!