FEAR
I was emotional and in a funk for the last few days and I didn’t know why. Normally, when I get like this I can talk it out. And yes, I talk it out, aloud with myself so I can hear what I am saying and not just the words that are in my head. Admittedly a little scary at times, but since we all have that inner voice, I am not too worried.
I shared my feelings of frustration with an old friend who I don’t speak with often, but for some reason it felt right. It helped a bit, but it felt better to hear his voice. Ever do something you know is wrong but do it anyways? For me, that was that call.
Still a bit frustrated, I called my son. He gets me, and we talked. His advice was well received and noted. When sitting in the car with my sister, waiting for someone to show us a new place for her, we chatted a bit. I told her I was in a funk and I didn’t know why. We started to talk about my business, brought up old and bad memories and sayings that my father put in my head, he’s passed, and finally it dawned on me what my funk was all about.
My business. My success. How I feel about running my business. All of it entangled and how I never thought in a million years, that I would be where I am now and not working for someone or answering to someone.
Fear of success was making me feel funky. Not something you hear about or really think about. It usually goes in the other direction, right?
So, why am I sharing this? Because we are all afraid. We are all facing what we are fearful of, and guess what? It can only make us stronger.
When you are out there, trying to strike it rich for the career you are wanting, needing, and deserving, face your fears straight on. Challenge yourself to recognize what you are fearful of.
Is it actually getting the role you want? Not getting any kind of interview at all? Being brave enough to say no to an offer? Hiring the wrong person? Not getting the person you really wanted to hire because they had a better offer?
Our fears affect us. Accepting that you are allowed to be fearful can open yourself up to endless possibilities and opportunities for growth. Instead of pitying yourself, face the fear straight on. In the end, your smile will reflect your feelings.